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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

L55 RRRMOT history

L55 RRR is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 12 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 79,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
79,832 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 RRR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 RRR was last recorded at 79,832 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 1,294 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,538 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,294 miles
Average per year
2,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,832 miles
  • 2025 – 78,538 miles
  • 2024 – 77,037 miles
  • 2023 – 75,138 miles
  • 2022 – 73,632 miles
  • 2021 – 72,153 miles
  • 2020 – 71,212 miles
  • 2019 – 69,366 miles
  • 2018 – 67,367 miles
  • 2017 – 65,028 miles
  • 2016 – 62,701 miles
  • 2015 – 60,183 miles
  • 2014 – 57,812 miles
  • 2013 – 55,677 miles
  • 2012 – 53,230 miles
  • 2011 – 50,282 miles
  • 2010 – 46,677 miles
  • 2009 – 43,936 miles
  • 2008 – 40,321 miles
  • 2007 – 36,338 miles
  • 2006 – 30,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,832 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Coil spring corroded all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,832 miles (+1,294)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    79,832 miles
    Test number
    515364053040
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass78,538 miles (+1,501)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,538 miles
    Test number
    710002041658
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,037 miles (+1,899)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,037 miles
    Test number
    661706163011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    75,138 miles
    Test number
    277083662050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail75,137 miles (+1,505)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,137 miles
    Test number
    331774290945
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass73,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    73,632 miles
    Test number
    571649356158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail73,632 miles (+1,479)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,632 miles
    Test number
    254539652384
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass72,153 miles (+941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    72,153 miles
    Test number
    456183701861
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass71,212 miles (+10)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    71,212 miles
    Test number
    398031964607
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail71,202 miles (+1,836)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,202 miles
    Test number
    645002162170
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cut on tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass69,366 miles (+1,999)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,366 miles
    Test number
    432543569241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,367 miles (+2,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    67,367 miles
    Test number
    838001165558
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass65,028 miles (+2,327)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,028 miles
    Test number
    212849900087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,701 miles
    Test number
    973236166506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail62,701 miles (+2,518)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,701 miles
    Test number
    377739562283
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass60,183 miles (+2,371)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,183 miles
    Test number
    989861115158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass57,812 miles (+2,135)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    57,812 miles
    Test number
    525327104124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteDiff oil leak

  18. Pass55,677 miles (+2,447)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,677 miles
    Test number
    825893713118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,230 miles (+2,948)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    53,230 miles
    Test number
    437493302160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass50,282 miles (+3,605)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,282 miles
    Test number
    977324691002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,677 miles (+2,741)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,677 miles
    Test number
    263988490050
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre worn down to 2mm in centre (legal limit 1.6mm)

  22. Pass43,936 miles (+3,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,936 miles
    Test number
    961296609107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass40,321 miles (+3,983)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,321 miles
    Test number
    603133918147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,338 miles (+5,691)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    36,338 miles
    Test number
    500596017197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  25. Pass30,647 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    30,647 miles
    Test number
    221752006469
    • NoteOIL LEAK FROM HALF SHAFT SEALS

Questions about L55 RRR

Does L55 RRR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 RRR is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 RRR?
The MOT on L55 RRR is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 RRR done?
L55 RRR was recorded at 79,832 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 2,460 miles a year.
Has L55 RRR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 RRR has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L55 RRR 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 RRR find?
L55 RRR passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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