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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

L55 CJMMOT history

L55 CJM is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 12 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 142,237 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2025
Mileage
142,237 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 CJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 CJM was last recorded at 142,237 miles on 19 Oct 2024, 12,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,928 miles · 1 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
12,309 miles
Average per year
5,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,237 miles
  • 2023 – 129,928 miles
  • 2021 – 123,516 miles
  • 2020 – 117,409 miles
  • 2019 – 112,116 miles
  • 2016 – 105,357 miles
  • 2015 – 103,153 miles
  • 2014 – 100,386 miles
  • 2013 – 95,503 miles
  • 2012 – 86,858 miles
  • 2011 – 79,337 miles
  • 2010 – 73,071 miles
  • 2009 – 63,833 miles
  • 2008 – 55,737 miles
  • 2007 – 51,051 miles
  • 2005 – 40,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,237 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation in headlight lens

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing, also near legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,237 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    142,237 miles
    Test number
    857229823967
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail142,237 miles (+12,309)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,237 miles
    Test number
    242972606116
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass129,928 miles (+6,412)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    129,928 miles
    Test number
    154306929788
    • MinorBrake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass123,516 miles (+2)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    123,516 miles
    Test number
    220689602168
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation in headlight lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSpeedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing, also near legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing , also near legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail123,514 miles (+6,105)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,514 miles
    Test number
    503101561965
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation in headlight lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing, also near legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing , also near legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass117,409 miles (+5,293)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    117,409 miles
    Test number
    240164049042
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass112,116 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    112,116 miles
    Test number
    767527488394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail112,116 miles (+6,759)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,116 miles
    Test number
    569788939079
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass105,357 miles (+2,204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    105,357 miles
    Test number
    565121157733
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass103,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    103,153 miles
    Test number
    206223328345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail103,153 miles (+2,767)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,153 miles
    Test number
    750818789706
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass100,386 miles (+4,883)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    100,386 miles
    Test number
    905928684186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass95,503 miles (+8,645)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    95,503 miles
    Test number
    585465083196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,858 miles (+7,521)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,858 miles
    Test number
    607302852160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteO/s engine mount starting to leak fluid

  15. Pass79,337 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    79,337 miles
    Test number
    185262151100
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail79,337 miles (+6,266)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,337 miles
    Test number
    255712851107
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass73,071 miles (+9,238)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    73,071 miles
    Test number
    690487040165
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass63,833 miles (+8,096)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    63,833 miles
    Test number
    380230349149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,737 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    55,737 miles
    Test number
    500818848121
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges (no cords visible)
    • NoteSigns of corrosion to all body brace bars

  20. Fail55,737 miles (+4,686)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,737 miles
    Test number
    402425748105
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges (no cords visible)
    • NoteSigns of corrosion to all body brace bars

  21. Pass51,051 miles (+7)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,051 miles
    Test number
    383320807105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  22. Fail51,044 miles (+10,276)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,044 miles
    Test number
    724983197068
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass40,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    40,768 miles
    Test number
    322642775291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 CJM

Does L55 CJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 CJM expired on 18 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 CJM?
The MOT on L55 CJM expired on 18 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 CJM done?
L55 CJM was recorded at 142,237 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2024, an average of 5,325 miles a year.
Has L55 CJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 CJM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L55 CJM 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 L55 CJM find?
L55 CJM passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2024 with 1 advisory: offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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