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Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,295 cc

L8 HBMMOT history

L8 HBM is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Nov 1997. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2023
Mileage
93,186 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 HBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 HBM was last recorded at 93,186 miles on 14 Feb 2022, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,139 miles · 12 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
2,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,186 miles
  • 2020 – 92,095 miles
  • 2019 – 89,466 miles
  • 2018 – 89,335 miles
  • 2017 – 88,338 miles
  • 2016 – 85,587 miles
  • 2015 – 82,177 miles
  • 2014 – 80,185 miles
  • 2013 – 78,236 miles
  • 2012 – 74,813 miles
  • 2011 – 69,911 miles
  • 2010 – 65,752 miles
  • 2009 – 62,407 miles
  • 2008 – 59,927 miles
  • 2007 – 56,721 miles
  • 2006 – 52,807 miles
  • 2005 – 48,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,186 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,186 miles (+47)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    93,186 miles
    Test number
    551469827371
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,139 miles (+1,044)2 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,139 miles
    Test number
    164402050231
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,095 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,095 miles
    Test number
    402245740417
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail92,095 miles (+2,629)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,095 miles
    Test number
    982450371164
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass89,466 miles (+131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,466 miles
    Test number
    400106923638
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass89,335 miles (+997)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,335 miles
    Test number
    548093260496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass88,338 miles (+2,751)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,338 miles
    Test number
    527419596576
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass85,587 miles (+3,410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,587 miles
    Test number
    753978048388
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both( Inner edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass82,177 miles (+1,992)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    82,177 miles
    Test number
    367719085093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass80,185 miles (+1,949)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    80,185 miles
    Test number
    678816584025
    • 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)

  11. Pass78,236 miles (+3,423)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    78,236 miles
    Test number
    507235813167
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass74,813 miles (+4,902)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,813 miles
    Test number
    969948872109
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass69,911 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    69,911 miles
    Test number
    925112081111
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail69,911 miles (+4,159)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,911 miles
    Test number
    646088071185
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass65,752 miles (+3,345)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,752 miles
    Test number
    450765790195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine oil leak suspected crank front main
    • NoteFront discs wearing thin
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perishihg

  16. Pass62,407 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    62,407 miles
    Test number
    460339699100
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wiper blades slightly split but clearing wiindscreen

  17. Fail62,407 miles (+2,480)1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,407 miles
    Test number
    590249099168
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wiper blades slightly split but clearing wiindscreen

  18. Pass59,927 miles (+3,206)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    59,927 miles
    Test number
    101626498144
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass56,721 miles (+3,914)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    56,721 miles
    Test number
    650028487136
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass52,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    52,807 miles
    Test number
    744275006292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,807 miles (+4,410)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,807 miles
    Test number
    163156396152
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  22. Pass48,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    48,397 miles
    Test number
    562405195191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 HBM

Does L8 HBM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 HBM expired on 13 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 HBM?
The MOT on L8 HBM expired on 13 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 HBM done?
L8 HBM was recorded at 93,186 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2022, an average of 2,700 miles a year.
Has L8 HBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 HBM has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on L8 HBM 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 L8 HBM find?
L8 HBM passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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