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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Yellow · Petrol · 1998 · 2,298 cc

L55 RSAMOT history

L55 RSA is a yellow petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 17 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 132,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2024
Mileage
132,325 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 RSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
17 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 RSA was last recorded at 132,325 miles on 18 Feb 2023, 2,245 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,080 miles · 9 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,245 miles
Average per year
4,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,325 miles
  • 2022 – 130,080 miles
  • 2021 – 127,775 miles
  • 2020 – 123,285 miles
  • 2019 – 117,602 miles
  • 2018 – 113,220 miles
  • 2017 – 112,950 miles
  • 2016 – 99,871 miles
  • 2015 – 94,623 miles
  • 2014 – 89,203 miles
  • 2013 – 85,589 miles
  • 2012 – 82,509 miles
  • 2011 – 80,222 miles
  • 2010 – 76,453 miles
  • 2009 – 73,765 miles
  • 2008 – 67,287 miles
  • 2006 – 64,541 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,325 miles
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill both side (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,325 miles (+2,245)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    132,325 miles
    Test number
    991087907695
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass130,080 miles (+2,305)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    130,080 miles
    Test number
    761788191655
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,775 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    127,775 miles
    Test number
    700197169037
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill both side (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail127,775 miles (+4,490)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,775 miles
    Test number
    922845352187
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill both side (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass123,285 miles (+5,683)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    123,285 miles
    Test number
    758569002770
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass117,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    117,602 miles
    Test number
    832872394701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail117,602 miles (+4,382)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,602 miles
    Test number
    999858901307
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass113,220 miles (+270)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    113,220 miles
    Test number
    373523960020
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring worn both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass112,950 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    112,950 miles
    Test number
    281233073809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail112,941 miles (+13,070)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,941 miles
    Test number
    636169488555
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass99,871 miles (+5,248)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    99,871 miles
    Test number
    145958308252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,623 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    94,623 miles
    Test number
    908475455029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Fail94,623 miles (+5,420)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,623 miles
    Test number
    698135955027
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Pass89,203 miles (+17)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    89,203 miles
    Test number
    619693254083
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner/outer edge.

  15. Fail89,186 miles (+3,597)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,186 miles
    Test number
    486741754011
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner/outer edge.

  16. Pass85,589 miles (+3,080)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    85,589 miles
    Test number
    896053653094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,509 miles (+2,287)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    82,509 miles
    Test number
    468822532020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,222 miles (+3,769)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    80,222 miles
    Test number
    856245051017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,453 miles (+2,688)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    76,453 miles
    Test number
    143983360425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,765 miles (+6,478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    73,765 miles
    Test number
    653960889068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass67,287 miles (+2,746)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    67,287 miles
    Test number
    674435288005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,541 miles
    Test number
    534821326253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 RSA

Does L55 RSA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 RSA expired on 28 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 RSA?
The MOT on L55 RSA expired on 28 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 RSA done?
L55 RSA was recorded at 132,325 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2023, an average of 4,101 miles a year.
Has L55 RSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 RSA has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on L55 RSA 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 RSA find?
L55 RSA passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2023 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side; front windscreen wiper blade defective both side; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side, and 3 more.

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