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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

L7 FFDMOT history

L7 FFD is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 96,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2025.

L7 FFD black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2026
Mileage
96,770 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 FFD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 FFD was last recorded at 96,770 miles on 26 Aug 2025, 4,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,545 miles · 17 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
4,225 miles
Average per year
3,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,770 miles
  • 2023 – 92,545 miles
  • 2021 – 92,230 miles
  • 2019 – 88,761 miles
  • 2018 – 79,627 miles
  • 2017 – 76,568 miles
  • 2016 – 70,676 miles
  • 2015 – 60,085 miles
  • 2014 – 57,771 miles
  • 2013 – 53,758 miles
  • 2012 – 49,140 miles
  • 2011 – 39,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,770 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,770 miles (+4,225)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    96,770 miles
    Test number
    917176373080
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass92,545 miles (+315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    92,545 miles
    Test number
    325526531545
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass92,230 miles (+3,469)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    92,230 miles
    Test number
    188499466533
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass88,761 miles (+5,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,761 miles
    Test number
    484795586611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass83,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    83,219 miles
    Test number
    780223867247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail83,219 miles (+3,592)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,219 miles
    Test number
    816294946115
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs corroded and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass79,627 miles (+3,059)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    79,627 miles
    Test number
    447392977578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,568 miles
    Test number
    701497686134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,553 miles (+5,877)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,553 miles
    Test number
    254841046509
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass70,676 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,676 miles
    Test number
    717311495833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket corroded to excess
  11. Fail70,676 miles (+10,591)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,676 miles
    Test number
    375287174736
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket corroded to excess
  12. Pass60,085 miles (+2,314)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,085 miles
    Test number
    408961765055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass57,771 miles (+4,013)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    57,771 miles
    Test number
    567707974075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,758 miles (+774)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,758 miles
    Test number
    296736113457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,984 miles (+3,844)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,984 miles
    Test number
    219301253068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass49,140 miles (+9,387)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,140 miles
    Test number
    568959372086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,753 miles
    Test number
    725483961078
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L7 FFD

Does L7 FFD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 FFD expired on 25 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 FFD?
The MOT on L7 FFD expired on 25 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 FFD done?
L7 FFD was recorded at 96,770 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2025, an average of 3,938 miles a year.
Has L7 FFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 FFD has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on L7 FFD 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 L7 FFD find?
L7 FFD passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged.

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