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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

L55 PACMOT history

L55 PAC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 8 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 179,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
179,914 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 PAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 PAC was last recorded at 179,914 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 2,006 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,908 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2,006 miles
Average per year
8,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,914 miles
  • 2025 – 162,632 miles
  • 2024 – 142,810 miles
  • 2023 – 138,642 miles
  • 2022 – 133,526 miles
  • 2021 – 125,328 miles
  • 2019 – 112,920 miles
  • 2018 – 108,951 miles
  • 2017 – 102,630 miles
  • 2016 – 97,659 miles
  • 2015 – 96,221 miles
  • 2014 – 93,683 miles
  • 2013 – 91,193 miles
  • 2012 – 88,908 miles
  • 2011 – 83,281 miles
  • 2010 – 76,257 miles
  • 2009 – 65,690 miles
  • 2008 – 43,586 miles
  • 2007 – 24,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,914 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front head lamps (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear hand brake needs adjustment
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Both rear shock absorber are corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear brake hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes above sub frame into brake hoses corroded but covered in wax oil

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded at end into flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,914 miles (+2,006)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    179,914 miles
    Test number
    124450942425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front head lamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hand brake needs adjustment
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shock absorber are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear brake hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes above sub frame into brake hoses corroded but covered in wax oil

  2. Fail177,908 miles (+15,276)2 dangerous13 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,908 miles
    Test number
    749318173340
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm On inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm On inner edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear front lower suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Brake line going to brake hose (mark yellow) (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Reverse light flashing (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/40R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Brake line going into brake hose (mark yellow) (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Hole in rear sub frame (mark yellow) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front head lamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shock absorber are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear brake hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake lines (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass162,632 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    162,632 miles
    Test number
    280667462900
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded at end into flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes corroded on bend were go over subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail162,630 miles (+19,820)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,630 miles
    Test number
    707424544025
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded at end into flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes corroded on bend were go over subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass142,810 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    142,810 miles
    Test number
    896025295097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

  6. Fail142,810 miles (+4,168)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,810 miles
    Test number
    577535572318
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner faces very bad (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside

  7. Pass138,642 miles (+5,116)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    138,642 miles
    Test number
    172217737964
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass133,526 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    133,526 miles
    Test number
    262649874345
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside/ offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail133,523 miles (+8,195)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,523 miles
    Test number
    949613614979
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside/ offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass125,328 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    125,328 miles
    Test number
    512212313550
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  11. Fail125,295 miles (+12,375)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,295 miles
    Test number
    877147513186
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass112,920 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,920 miles
    Test number
    944993750372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail112,915 miles (+3,964)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,915 miles
    Test number
    826113237005
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side very low (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass108,951 miles (+6,321)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    108,951 miles
    Test number
    285196771493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass102,630 miles (+4,971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,630 miles
    Test number
    900562554446
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on, brakes all new

  16. Pass97,659 miles (+1,438)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    97,659 miles
    Test number
    636889109378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass96,221 miles (+2,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    96,221 miles
    Test number
    744311699976
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just meets requirements advise early service

  18. Pass93,683 miles (+2,490)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    93,683 miles
    Test number
    678039784242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass91,193 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    91,193 miles
    Test number
    685092653217
    • NoteExhaust rear mounting missing but system is adequatly supported

  20. Fail91,193 miles (+2,285)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,193 miles
    Test number
    417202953241
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteExhaust rear mounting missing but system is adequatly supported

  21. Pass88,908 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    88,908 miles
    Test number
    187423442298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail88,830 miles (+5,549)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,830 miles
    Test number
    307853532299
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass83,281 miles (+7,024)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    83,281 miles
    Test number
    357148411280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass76,257 miles (+10,567)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    76,257 miles
    Test number
    222310630269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass65,690 miles (+22,104)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,690 miles
    Test number
    241262339217
    • NoteTwo rear exhaust hangers corroding away and rear exhaust spacer rod corroded away

  26. Pass43,586 miles (+18,905)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    43,586 miles
    Test number
    433186108251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    24,681 miles
    Test number
    480093257095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail24,680 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,680 miles
    Test number
    180813657418
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L55 PAC

Does L55 PAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 PAC is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 PAC?
The MOT on L55 PAC is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 PAC done?
L55 PAC was recorded at 179,914 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 8,182 miles a year.
Has L55 PAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 PAC has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 PAC 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 PAC find?
L55 PAC passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 10 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both front disc; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front head lamps; nearside rear hand brake needs adjustment, and 7 more.

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