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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,798 cc

LA55 WAUMOT history

LA55 WAU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 3 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 157,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

LA55 WAU black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
157,963 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 WAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
3 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 WAU was last recorded at 157,963 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 17,624 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,339 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
17,624 miles
Average per year
8,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,963 miles
  • 2024 – 140,339 miles
  • 2023 – 121,304 miles
  • 2022 – 105,583 miles
  • 2021 – 87,012 miles
  • 2020 – 66,755 miles
  • 2019 – 63,437 miles
  • 2018 – 60,673 miles
  • 2017 – 56,673 miles
  • 2016 – 52,984 miles
  • 2015 – 49,301 miles
  • 2014 – 45,216 miles
  • 2013 – 39,881 miles
  • 2012 – 36,669 miles
  • 2011 – 31,817 miles
  • 2010 – 28,406 miles
  • 2009 – 24,361 miles
  • 2008 – 19,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,963 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,963 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    157,963 miles
    Test number
    187137112764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail157,963 miles (+17,624)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,963 miles
    Test number
    853908957460
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Turned off at time of test (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass140,339 miles (+19,035)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    140,339 miles
    Test number
    493927702177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass121,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    121,304 miles
    Test number
    837650204166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail121,304 miles (+297)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,304 miles
    Test number
    143044938769
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Fail121,007 miles (+15,424)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,007 miles
    Test number
    675607266151
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,583 miles (+426)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    105,583 miles
    Test number
    855725885131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail105,157 miles (+18,145)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,157 miles
    Test number
    922972038600
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Coil spring insecure not sitting correctly when sitting on ground top mount to spring. (5.3.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass87,012 miles (+20,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    87,012 miles
    Test number
    490695806173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre screw

  10. Pass66,755 miles (+3,318)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,755 miles
    Test number
    776007330395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,437 miles (+2,764)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,437 miles
    Test number
    165269195499
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass60,673 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    60,673 miles
    Test number
    756270955549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,673 miles (+3,689)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    56,673 miles
    Test number
    197349698253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,984 miles (+3,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,984 miles
    Test number
    217641701304
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass49,301 miles (+4,085)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,301 miles
    Test number
    657584525210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,216 miles (+5,335)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,216 miles
    Test number
    865287424264
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass39,881 miles (+3,212)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    39,881 miles
    Test number
    328486323427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,669 miles (+4,852)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    36,669 miles
    Test number
    699556232229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,817 miles (+3,411)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    31,817 miles
    Test number
    496532341263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,406 miles (+4,045)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    28,406 miles
    Test number
    200729730271
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inner tread
    • NoteRear indicators orange light faded

  21. Pass24,361 miles (+5,333)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    24,361 miles
    Test number
    243179929253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    19,028 miles
    Test number
    951442238235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 WAU

Does LA55 WAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 WAU is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LA55 WAU?
The MOT on LA55 WAU is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 WAU done?
LA55 WAU was recorded at 157,963 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 8,073 miles a year.
Has LA55 WAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 WAU has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LA55 WAU 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 LA55 WAU find?
LA55 WAU passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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