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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,798 cc

L5 MYDMOT history

L5 MYD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 22 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 75,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

L5 MYD silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
75,480 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 MYD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 MYD was last recorded at 75,480 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 3,254 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,226 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,254 miles
Average per year
2,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,480 miles
  • 2025 – 72,226 miles
  • 2024 – 69,257 miles
  • 2023 – 67,219 miles
  • 2022 – 65,317 miles
  • 2021 – 63,579 miles
  • 2020 – 62,277 miles
  • 2019 – 60,639 miles
  • 2018 – 57,010 miles
  • 2017 – 53,822 miles
  • 2016 – 49,378 miles
  • 2015 – 44,635 miles
  • 2014 – 39,406 miles
  • 2013 – 33,566 miles
  • 2012 – 29,948 miles
  • 2011 – 29,234 miles
  • 2010 – 28,600 miles
  • 2009 – 26,618 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,480 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,480 miles (+3,254)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    75,480 miles
    Test number
    871450150599
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  2. Pass72,226 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    72,226 miles
    Test number
    249564934086
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail72,226 miles (+2,969)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,226 miles
    Test number
    800473582430
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass69,257 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    69,257 miles
    Test number
    684760930650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail69,257 miles (+2,038)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,257 miles
    Test number
    103515035331
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded To flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass67,219 miles (+1,902)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    67,219 miles
    Test number
    220080773632
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass65,317 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    65,317 miles
    Test number
    708826962646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail65,317 miles (+1,738)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,317 miles
    Test number
    775417072576
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass63,579 miles (+1,302)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    63,579 miles
    Test number
    971807225434
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass62,277 miles (+1,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    62,277 miles
    Test number
    104973591335
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass60,639 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,639 miles
    Test number
    712659758514
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear fuel pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Fail60,639 miles (+3,629)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,639 miles
    Test number
    674479474866
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear fuel pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  13. Pass57,010 miles (+3,188)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    57,010 miles
    Test number
    872685938114
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass53,822 miles (+4,444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    53,822 miles
    Test number
    232301325249
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded from tank to front of vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  15. Pass49,378 miles (+4,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    49,378 miles
    Test number
    449949997334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass44,635 miles (+5,229)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    44,635 miles
    Test number
    518328035212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,406 miles (+5,840)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    39,406 miles
    Test number
    696919014201
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass33,566 miles (+3,618)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    33,566 miles
    Test number
    507521323279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,948 miles (+714)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    29,948 miles
    Test number
    505324642227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,234 miles (+634)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,234 miles
    Test number
    806954031295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    28,600 miles
    Test number
    340376540406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail28,600 miles (+1,982)6 dangerous1 failure3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,600 miles
    Test number
    692033540220
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  23. Pass26,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    26,618 miles
    Test number
    714840339278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 MYD

Does L5 MYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 MYD is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 MYD?
The MOT on L5 MYD is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 MYD done?
L5 MYD was recorded at 75,480 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 2,873 miles a year.
Has L5 MYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 MYD has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 MYD 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 MYD find?
L5 MYD passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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