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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 2,298 cc

L5 AMOMOT history

L5 AMO is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 116,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
116,197 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 AMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 AMO was last recorded at 116,197 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 1,187 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,010 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,187 miles
Average per year
2,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,197 miles
  • 2025 – 115,010 miles
  • 2024 – 114,177 miles
  • 2023 – 112,299 miles
  • 2022 – 110,370 miles
  • 2021 – 107,849 miles
  • 2020 – 105,473 miles
  • 2019 – 101,728 miles
  • 2018 – 98,396 miles
  • 2017 – 96,253 miles
  • 2016 – 92,218 miles
  • 2015 – 83,915 miles
  • 2014 – 83,028 miles
  • 2012 – 82,797 miles
  • 2011 – 80,936 miles
  • 2010 – 79,328 miles
  • 2009 – 79,189 miles
  • 2008 – 77,763 miles
  • 2007 – 73,326 miles
  • 2006 – 67,978 miles
  • 2005 – 64,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,197 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective missing (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses slightly foggy

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 Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside park effort lower than normal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,197 miles (+1,187)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    116,197 miles
    Test number
    796214171598
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses slightly foggy

  2. Pass115,010 miles (+833)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    115,010 miles
    Test number
    415578535456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,177 miles (+1,878)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    114,177 miles
    Test number
    226774688723
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass112,299 miles (+1,929)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,299 miles
    Test number
    589165281658
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass110,370 miles (+2,521)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    110,370 miles
    Test number
    247832575775
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front end bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front(inner edges) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle including brake and fuel pipes undersealed

  6. Pass107,849 miles (+2,376)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    107,849 miles
    Test number
    418810567167
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn slightly low

  7. Pass105,473 miles (+3,745)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    105,473 miles
    Test number
    492631752452
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass101,728 miles (+3,332)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    101,728 miles
    Test number
    315907690358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,396 miles (+2,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,396 miles
    Test number
    718861481701
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all four cracking in threads (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass96,253 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,253 miles
    Test number
    259072186866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail96,251 miles (+4,033)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,251 miles
    Test number
    751565003987
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Pass92,218 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    92,218 miles
    Test number
    802360461286
    • AdvisoryNearside park effort lower than normal

  13. Fail92,216 miles (+8,301)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,216 miles
    Test number
    331627602677
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working Both (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside park effort lower than normal

  14. Pass83,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    83,915 miles
    Test number
    207605575009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,915 miles (+887)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,915 miles
    Test number
    687732575004
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass83,028 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,028 miles
    Test number
    216871804496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,797 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    82,797 miles
    Test number
    266396682123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail80,936 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,936 miles
    Test number
    226462451422
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass80,936 miles (+1,608)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    80,936 miles
    Test number
    415172151180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass79,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    79,328 miles
    Test number
    162744250166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail79,328 miles (+139)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,328 miles
    Test number
    203664350191
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass79,189 miles (+1,426)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    79,189 miles
    Test number
    513574459113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass77,763 miles (+4,437)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    77,763 miles
    Test number
    534357908277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,326 miles (+5,348)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    73,326 miles
    Test number
    892681207249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass67,978 miles (+3,947)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    67,978 miles
    Test number
    262016196197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass64,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    64,031 miles
    Test number
    612613405286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail64,029 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,029 miles
    Test number
    903153205262
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Questions about L5 AMO

Does L5 AMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 AMO is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 AMO?
The MOT on L5 AMO is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 AMO done?
L5 AMO was recorded at 116,197 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 2,535 miles a year.
Has L5 AMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 AMO has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on L5 AMO 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 L5 AMO find?
L5 AMO passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective missing; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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