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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,298 cc

L4 FCTMOT history

L4 FCT is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 40,130 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
40,130 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 FCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 FCT was last recorded at 40,130 miles on 1 May 2026, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,090 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
1,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,130 miles
  • 2025 – 40,090 miles
  • 2021 – 40,020 miles
  • 2020 – 39,982 miles
  • 2019 – 39,965 miles
  • 2018 – 39,795 miles
  • 2017 – 39,390 miles
  • 2016 – 37,905 miles
  • 2015 – 37,422 miles
  • 2014 – 36,157 miles
  • 2013 – 34,098 miles
  • 2012 – 31,414 miles
  • 2011 – 27,998 miles
  • 2010 – 25,199 miles
  • 2009 – 21,236 miles
  • 2008 – 18,537 miles
  • 2007 – 17,442 miles
  • 2006 – 15,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,130 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • BAS/ASR Light on dashboard

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Coolant level low light on dashboard

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,130 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    40,130 miles
    Test number
    128071189599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass40,090 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    40,090 miles
    Test number
    264075894922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass40,020 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    40,020 miles
    Test number
    872004157585
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass39,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    39,982 miles
    Test number
    794844803788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail39,982 miles (+17)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,982 miles
    Test number
    875531058965
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass39,965 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    39,965 miles
    Test number
    784818891235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,795 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    39,795 miles
    Test number
    714255256685
    • AdvisoryBAS/ASR Light on dashboard
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low light on dashboard

  8. Fail39,792 miles (+402)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,792 miles
    Test number
    764089759661
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBAS/ASR Light on dashboard
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low light on dashboard

  9. Pass39,390 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,390 miles
    Test number
    285979743680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater lens missing.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRadiator header tank warning light on.

  10. Fail39,388 miles (+1,483)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,388 miles
    Test number
    221234102166
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater lens missing.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRadiator header tank warning light on.

  11. Pass37,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,905 miles
    Test number
    402102064953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail37,902 miles (+480)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,902 miles
    Test number
    865416813280
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall split (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished and cracked.

  13. Pass37,422 miles (+1,265)1 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    37,422 miles
    Test number
    146176225172
    • DangerousN/s/r tyre perished and cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCoolant level light on dashboard
    • NoteFront bumper damaged

  14. Pass36,157 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    36,157 miles
    Test number
    107402624158
    • NoteFront bumper lower grille insecure
    • NoteFront fog lamp insecure

  15. Fail36,156 miles (+2,058)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,156 miles
    Test number
    876321424119
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront bumper lower grille insecure
    • NoteFront fog lamp insecure

  16. Pass34,098 miles (+2,684)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    34,098 miles
    Test number
    278578023145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,414 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    31,414 miles
    Test number
    285776832488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,304 miles (+3,306)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,304 miles
    Test number
    935375322142
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s accident damage

  19. Pass27,998 miles (+2,799)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,998 miles
    Test number
    505289321131
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge.

  20. Pass25,199 miles (+3,963)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    25,199 miles
    Test number
    360514920123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    21,236 miles
    Test number
    220092829194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,234 miles (+2,697)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,234 miles
    Test number
    844062729161
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine coolant level indicator on
    • NoteN/s/f indicator lens damaged

  23. Pass18,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    18,537 miles
    Test number
    382920328124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail18,535 miles (+1,093)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,535 miles
    Test number
    544270528128
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking around tread on side walls.
    • NoteN/S/F Fog lamp inop.

  25. Pass17,442 miles (+1,924)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    17,442 miles
    Test number
    613748887046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass15,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    15,518 miles
    Test number
    671367586063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 FCT

Does L4 FCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 FCT is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 FCT?
The MOT on L4 FCT is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 FCT done?
L4 FCT was recorded at 40,130 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 1,225 miles a year.
Has L4 FCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 FCT has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on L4 FCT 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 L4 FCT find?
L4 FCT passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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