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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

L4 SPMMOT history

L4 SPM is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 11 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 111,929 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
111,929 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 SPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 SPM was last recorded at 111,929 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,863 miles · 25 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
66 miles
Average per year
1,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,929 miles
  • 2023 – 111,863 miles
  • 2021 – 111,842 miles
  • 2020 – 111,216 miles
  • 2018 – 110,963 miles
  • 2016 – 109,932 miles
  • 2015 – 108,552 miles
  • 2014 – 105,954 miles
  • 2013 – 103,500 miles
  • 2012 – 100,492 miles
  • 2011 – 96,372 miles
  • 2010 – 91,531 miles
  • 2009 – 87,114 miles
  • 2008 – 82,188 miles
  • 2007 – 77,167 miles
  • 2006 – 73,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,929 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,929 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    111,929 miles
    Test number
    509765764153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass111,863 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,863 miles
    Test number
    923805753431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass111,842 miles (+626)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    111,842 miles
    Test number
    928538594782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,216 miles
    Test number
    849424756355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail111,216 miles (+253)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,216 miles
    Test number
    709141415804
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass110,963 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    110,963 miles
    Test number
    239197363096
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail110,963 miles (+1,031)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,963 miles
    Test number
    103050455971
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass109,932 miles (+101)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    109,932 miles
    Test number
    762685787431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail109,831 miles (+1,279)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,831 miles
    Test number
    323300305894
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass108,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    108,552 miles
    Test number
    938546025091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail108,552 miles (+2,598)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,552 miles
    Test number
    185606825027
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  12. Pass105,954 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    105,954 miles
    Test number
    555707124082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Fail105,954 miles (+2,454)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,954 miles
    Test number
    116157824069
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass103,500 miles (+3,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    103,500 miles
    Test number
    176241533053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass100,492 miles (+4,120)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    100,492 miles
    Test number
    547563632061
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass96,372 miles (+4,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    96,372 miles
    Test number
    216954521052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass91,531 miles (+4,417)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    91,531 miles
    Test number
    994066120085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,114 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    87,114 miles
    Test number
    130108229424
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail87,114 miles (+4,926)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,114 miles
    Test number
    451717429035
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass82,188 miles (+5,021)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    82,188 miles
    Test number
    552745038021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass77,167 miles (+4,010)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    77,167 miles
    Test number
    522806637061
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth rear indicators slightly faded

  22. Pass73,157 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    73,157 miles
    Test number
    691850136090
    • NoteRear tyres are close to limmit

Questions about L4 SPM

Does L4 SPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 SPM is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 SPM?
The MOT on L4 SPM is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 SPM done?
L4 SPM was recorded at 111,929 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 1,896 miles a year.
Has L4 SPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 SPM has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on L4 SPM 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 SPM find?
L4 SPM passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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