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White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

L55 LKXMOT history

L55 LKX is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 22 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 118,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

L55 LKX white Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
118,823 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 LKX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 LKX was last recorded at 118,823 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 3,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,114 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,709 miles
Average per year
9,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,823 miles
  • 2024 – 108,276 miles
  • 2023 – 102,526 miles
  • 2022 – 87,915 miles
  • 2021 – 73,407 miles
  • 2020 – 68,568 miles
  • 2019 – 59,126 miles
  • 2018 – 49,472 miles
  • 2017 – 36,101 miles
  • 2016 – 26,297 miles
  • 2015 – 19,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,823 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 damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,823 miles (+3,709)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    118,823 miles
    Test number
    864033143048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,114 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    115,114 miles
    Test number
    949294730852
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail115,112 miles (+6,836)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,112 miles
    Test number
    487174658055
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass108,276 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    108,276 miles
    Test number
    795686593581
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17y (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/17y (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail108,275 miles (+5,749)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,275 miles
    Test number
    560067990688
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17y (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/17y (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass102,526 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    102,526 miles
    Test number
    373247255284
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail102,524 miles (+14,609)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,524 miles
    Test number
    236007063690
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass87,915 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    87,915 miles
    Test number
    635802082509
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Fail87,914 miles (+14,507)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,914 miles
    Test number
    499815431301
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  10. Pass73,407 miles (+4,839)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    73,407 miles
    Test number
    258499284638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass68,568 miles (+9,442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    68,568 miles
    Test number
    405687027650
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
  12. Pass59,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2020
    Odometer
    59,126 miles
    Test number
    712883765207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,126 miles (+9,654)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,126 miles
    Test number
    808665160451
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  14. Pass49,472 miles (+13,371)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    49,472 miles
    Test number
    815555375806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,101 miles (+9,804)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    36,101 miles
    Test number
    767662406680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,297 miles (+6,584)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    26,297 miles
    Test number
    355271088728
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNo smoke detected.
  17. Pass19,713 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    19,713 miles
    Test number
    697922955152
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNo smoke detected.

Questions about L55 LKX

Does L55 LKX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 LKX is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L55 LKX?
The MOT on L55 LKX is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 LKX done?
L55 LKX was recorded at 118,823 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 9,430 miles a year.
Has L55 LKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 LKX has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L55 LKX 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 LKX find?
L55 LKX passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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