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Black · Diesel · 2014 · 2,143 cc

L55 RDKMOT history

L55 RDK is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 14 Aug 2014. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 98,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

L55 RDK black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
98,393 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 RDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
14 Aug 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 RDK was last recorded at 98,393 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 5,827 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,566 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,827 miles
Average per year
6,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,393 miles
  • 2025 – 92,566 miles
  • 2024 – 87,058 miles
  • 2023 – 81,347 miles
  • 2022 – 73,481 miles
  • 2021 – 65,471 miles
  • 2020 – 65,200 miles
  • 2019 – 59,720 miles
  • 2018 – 49,643 miles
  • 2017 – 40,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,393 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nsf and osf inner bush has wear but no play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre screw in centre of tyre
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (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.

  • Offside front mirror casing loose not insecure

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Coil spring corroded Both rear springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged OUTER SIDEWALL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Wipers are starting to smear the screen slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 19 Oct 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,393 miles (+5,827)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    98,393 miles
    Test number
    123527098016
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nsf and osf inner bush has wear but no play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre screw in centre of tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass92,566 miles (+5,508)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    92,566 miles
    Test number
    322141260461
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer arm bush / slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged no inner structure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer arm bush /slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass87,058 miles (+5,711)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    87,058 miles
    Test number
    193348616773
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3.1 mm /outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged / no inner structure showing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3.1 mm / outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front mirror casing loose not insecure

  4. Pass81,347 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    81,347 miles
    Test number
    144887134347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front mirror casing loose not insecure
    • AdvisoryWipers are starting to smear the screen slightly

  5. Fail81,347 miles (+7,866)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,347 miles
    Test number
    317832834988
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front mirror casing loose not insecure
    • AdvisoryWipers are starting to smear the screen slightly

  6. Pass73,481 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    73,481 miles
    Test number
    160667176929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail73,351 miles (+7,880)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,351 miles
    Test number
    932153236743
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low o/s and n/s (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass65,471 miles (+271)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    65,471 miles
    Test number
    835923673031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,200 miles (+5,480)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,200 miles
    Test number
    752098488445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass59,720 miles (+10,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,720 miles
    Test number
    165089229200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass49,643 miles (+8,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    49,643 miles
    Test number
    556506176597
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass40,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    40,794 miles
    Test number
    628013612236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 RDK

Does L55 RDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 RDK is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 RDK?
The MOT on L55 RDK is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 RDK done?
L55 RDK was recorded at 98,393 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 6,756 miles a year.
Has L55 RDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 RDK has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L55 RDK 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 RDK find?
L55 RDK passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nsf and osf inner bush has wear but no play; nearside rear nail in tyre screw in centre of tyre, and 1 more.

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