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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,298 cc

L3 JLCMOT history

L3 JLC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 13 May 1997. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 112,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2026
Mileage
112,422 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,696 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 JLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
13 May 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 JLC was last recorded at 112,422 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,942 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
480 miles
Average per year
2,696 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,422 miles
  • 2024 – 111,942 miles
  • 2023 – 110,485 miles
  • 2022 – 109,382 miles
  • 2021 – 108,065 miles
  • 2020 – 107,844 miles
  • 2019 – 106,550 miles
  • 2018 – 101,517 miles
  • 2017 – 97,978 miles
  • 2016 – 93,672 miles
  • 2015 – 92,032 miles
  • 2014 – 87,014 miles
  • 2013 – 85,058 miles
  • 2012 – 81,474 miles
  • 2011 – 77,240 miles
  • 2010 – 70,820 miles
  • 2009 – 66,217 miles
  • 2008 – 65,065 miles
  • 2007 – 63,654 miles
  • 2006 – 59,817 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,422 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber corroded.
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber corroded.
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive From rear diff housing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,422 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    112,422 miles
    Test number
    805867250490
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail112,422 miles (+480)2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,422 miles
    Test number
    212188227520
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass111,942 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    111,942 miles
    Test number
    979504257837
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive From rear diff housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail111,942 miles (+1,457)1 dangerous3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,942 miles
    Test number
    965853322919
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked and perished exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive From rear diff housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass110,485 miles (+1,103)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    110,485 miles
    Test number
    586440651777
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,382 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    109,382 miles
    Test number
    143664948773
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail109,380 miles (+1,315)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,380 miles
    Test number
    324473098471
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass108,065 miles (+221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,065 miles
    Test number
    949194720687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass107,844 miles (+1,294)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,844 miles
    Test number
    121734088455
    • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all inner pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass106,550 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,550 miles
    Test number
    542722903747
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail106,550 miles (+5,033)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,550 miles
    Test number
    601385386150
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass101,517 miles (+3,539)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    101,517 miles
    Test number
    397746136419
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass97,978 miles (+4,306)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    97,978 miles
    Test number
    922014672683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,672 miles (+1,640)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    93,672 miles
    Test number
    372369435697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,032 miles (+5,018)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    92,032 miles
    Test number
    246890525483
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Pass87,014 miles (+1,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    87,014 miles
    Test number
    229756604186
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass85,058 miles (+3,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    85,058 miles
    Test number
    275552923431
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass81,474 miles (+4,234)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,474 miles
    Test number
    999516112186
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount deteriorated

  19. Pass77,240 miles (+6,420)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    77,240 miles
    Test number
    226228811130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,820 miles (+4,603)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    70,820 miles
    Test number
    592582200119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,217 miles (+1,152)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    66,217 miles
    Test number
    121794009142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,065 miles (+1,411)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    65,065 miles
    Test number
    933282628137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,654 miles (+3,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    63,654 miles
    Test number
    410321707102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass59,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    59,817 miles
    Test number
    841893226153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 JLC

Does L3 JLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 JLC is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L3 JLC?
The MOT on L3 JLC is valid until 8 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 JLC done?
L3 JLC was recorded at 112,422 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 2,696 miles a year.
Has L3 JLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 JLC has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L3 JLC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L3 JLC find?
L3 JLC passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 11 advisories: exhaust system corroded.; fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.

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