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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

L3 SLKMOT history

L3 SLK is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 10 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 110,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

L3 SLK black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
110,037 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 SLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 SLK was last recorded at 110,037 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 2,862 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,175 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,862 miles
Average per year
5,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,037 miles
  • 2025 – 107,175 miles
  • 2024 – 104,321 miles
  • 2023 – 97,716 miles
  • 2022 – 92,427 miles
  • 2021 – 89,007 miles
  • 2020 – 84,282 miles
  • 2018 – 70,700 miles
  • 2017 – 61,880 miles
  • 2016 – 51,058 miles
  • 2015 – 47,075 miles
  • 2014 – 43,957 miles
  • 2013 – 38,520 miles
  • 2011 – 29,298 miles
  • 2010 – 22,237 miles
  • 2009 – 16,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,037 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle and components has corrosion around
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,037 miles (+2,862)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    110,037 miles
    Test number
    434321000731
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle and components has corrosion around
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass107,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    107,175 miles
    Test number
    281912996612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail107,175 miles (+2,854)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,175 miles
    Test number
    916970311704
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass104,321 miles (+6,605)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    104,321 miles
    Test number
    983245488157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge feathered on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass97,716 miles (+5,289)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    97,716 miles
    Test number
    155724422970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass92,427 miles (+3,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    92,427 miles
    Test number
    185803402135
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder in centre of screen (3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass89,007 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    89,007 miles
    Test number
    224531372337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail88,999 miles (+4,717)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,999 miles
    Test number
    316267420243
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass84,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    84,282 miles
    Test number
    904562023717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,282 miles (+13,582)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,282 miles
    Test number
    692853860689
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass70,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,700 miles
    Test number
    517037948370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,700 miles (+8,820)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,700 miles
    Test number
    652871709261
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass61,880 miles (+10,822)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    61,880 miles
    Test number
    419263608559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,058 miles (+3,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    51,058 miles
    Test number
    562277197895
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass47,075 miles (+3,118)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    47,075 miles
    Test number
    898299620841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,957 miles (+5,437)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    43,957 miles
    Test number
    978569834223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,520 miles (+9,222)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,520 miles
    Test number
    287645683443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,298 miles (+7,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,298 miles
    Test number
    568514861215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass22,237 miles (+6,052)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,237 miles
    Test number
    762243660286
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside edges and starting to perish

  20. Pass16,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    16,185 miles
    Test number
    392652279401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 SLK

Does L3 SLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 SLK is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 SLK?
The MOT on L3 SLK is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 SLK done?
L3 SLK was recorded at 110,037 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 5,715 miles a year.
Has L3 SLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 SLK has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L3 SLK 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 SLK find?
L3 SLK passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 7 more.

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