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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 3,498 cc

L8 SUAMOT history

L8 SUA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 26 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 48,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
48,252 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 SUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 SUA was last recorded at 48,252 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 2,117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,135 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,117 miles
Average per year
1,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,252 miles
  • 2024 – 46,135 miles
  • 2023 – 42,229 miles
  • 2022 – 38,488 miles
  • 2021 – 34,583 miles
  • 2020 – 30,742 miles
  • 2019 – 29,852 miles
  • 2018 – 29,107 miles
  • 2017 – 28,176 miles
  • 2016 – 27,208 miles
  • 2015 – 26,036 miles
  • 2014 – 24,785 miles
  • 2013 – 23,401 miles
  • 2012 – 22,291 miles
  • 2011 – 20,499 miles
  • 2010 – 18,829 miles
  • 2009 – 16,782 miles
  • 2007 – 12,788 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,252 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Central Rear Exhaust brackets corroded but exhaust system is still adequately supported

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,252 miles (+2,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    48,252 miles
    Test number
    461272994604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass46,135 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    46,135 miles
    Test number
    469613183593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring not properly seated
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail46,135 miles (+3,906)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,135 miles
    Test number
    182956477968
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring not properly seated
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass42,229 miles (+3,741)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    42,229 miles
    Test number
    545000510075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass38,488 miles (+3,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    38,488 miles
    Test number
    817960691687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass34,583 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    34,583 miles
    Test number
    381253429898
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust brackets corroded but exhaust system is still adequately supported
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail34,583 miles (+3,841)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,583 miles
    Test number
    565213736666
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (lower suspension arm) (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust brackets corroded but exhaust system is still adequately supported
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass30,742 miles (+890)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    30,742 miles
    Test number
    468648717339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass29,852 miles (+745)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    29,852 miles
    Test number
    378731454602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass29,107 miles (+931)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    29,107 miles
    Test number
    957101841624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass28,176 miles (+968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    28,176 miles
    Test number
    601369094941
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust support bar broken

  12. Pass27,208 miles (+1,172)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    27,208 miles
    Test number
    199149648434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,036 miles (+1,251)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    26,036 miles
    Test number
    358307465184
    • NoteCracking in tread & outer side wall n/side rear tyre

  14. Pass24,785 miles (+1,384)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,785 miles
    Test number
    916875374165
    • NoteN/side front tyre cracking in tread
    • NoteO/side front tyre cracking in tread
    • NoteRear brakes adjustment {hand brake]

  15. Pass23,401 miles (+1,110)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    23,401 miles
    Test number
    987418453119
    • NoteCracking in tread n/side front tyre

  16. Pass22,291 miles (+1,792)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    22,291 miles
    Test number
    348399042138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,499 miles (+1,670)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,499 miles
    Test number
    447577961138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,829 miles (+2,047)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    18,829 miles
    Test number
    883486870121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,782 miles (+3,994)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    16,782 miles
    Test number
    421260269192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    12,788 miles
    Test number
    284829377442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 SUA

Does L8 SUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 SUA is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L8 SUA?
The MOT on L8 SUA is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 SUA done?
L8 SUA was recorded at 48,252 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 1,934 miles a year.
Has L8 SUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 SUA has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L8 SUA 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 SUA find?
L8 SUA passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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