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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

L3 VLTMOT history

L3 VLT is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 3 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 74,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2024
Mileage
74,689 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2023
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 VLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 VLT was last recorded at 74,689 miles on 28 Jan 2023, 647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,042 miles · 27 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
647 miles
Average per year
2,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 74,689 miles
  • 2022 – 74,042 miles
  • 2021 – 73,585 miles
  • 2020 – 72,540 miles
  • 2019 – 67,399 miles
  • 2018 – 62,402 miles
  • 2017 – 57,090 miles
  • 2016 – 51,792 miles
  • 2015 – 47,592 miles
  • 2012 – 47,565 miles
  • 2011 – 46,128 miles
  • 2010 – 45,345 miles
  • 2009 – 44,819 miles
  • 2008 – 43,627 miles
  • 2007 – 39,551 miles
  • 2006 – 35,516 miles
  • 2005 – 29,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,689 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,689 miles (+647)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    74,689 miles
    Test number
    936969874595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass74,042 miles (+457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    74,042 miles
    Test number
    187386401824
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear differential has slight leak

  3. Pass73,585 miles (+1,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    73,585 miles
    Test number
    468268596459
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff has slight leak

  4. Pass72,540 miles (+5,141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    72,540 miles
    Test number
    103280046301
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass67,399 miles (+4,997)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,399 miles
    Test number
    600355734478
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass62,402 miles (+5,312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    62,402 miles
    Test number
    917640671759
    • AdvisoryAll 4 corner indicator bulbs slightly white
    • AdvisoryCentre brake pipes pitted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box pitted

  7. Pass57,090 miles (+5,298)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,090 miles
    Test number
    377100493765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  8. Pass51,792 miles (+4,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,792 miles
    Test number
    435332122676
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion on rear brake pipes

  9. Pass47,592 miles (+27)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,592 miles
    Test number
    476842055018
    • NoteLight corrosion rear brake pipes
    • NoteNs jacking points missing
    • NoteRear number plate deteriated

  10. Pass47,565 miles (+1,437)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,565 miles
    Test number
    595938302385
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play found in both front wheels on a lock

  11. Pass46,128 miles (+783)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    46,128 miles
    Test number
    725796381202
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteMiddle exhaust outer skin corroded
    • NoteOs and ns jacking rubbers missing

  12. Pass45,345 miles (+526)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    45,345 miles
    Test number
    300487380490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,819 miles (+1,192)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,819 miles
    Test number
    223572299218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,627 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,627 miles
    Test number
    623787718315
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass43,627 miles (+4,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    43,627 miles
    Test number
    800257318305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass39,551 miles (+4,035)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    39,551 miles
    Test number
    941896017348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,516 miles (+5,598)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    35,516 miles
    Test number
    764918716304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,918 miles (+805)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    29,918 miles
    Test number
    731862715374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    29,113 miles
    Test number
    412390205288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 VLT

Does L3 VLT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L3 VLT expired on 25 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L3 VLT?
The MOT on L3 VLT expired on 25 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L3 VLT done?
L3 VLT was recorded at 74,689 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2023, an average of 2,600 miles a year.
Has L3 VLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 VLT has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2008.
Has the mileage on L3 VLT 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 VLT find?
L3 VLT passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive rear diff.

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