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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,996 cc

LB05 BCKMOT history

LB05 BCK is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 122,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2026
Mileage
122,390 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 BCK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 BCK was last recorded at 122,390 miles on 1 Sept 2025, 6,034 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Dec 2008: 35,287 miles, lower than 51,932 miles on 29 Nov 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
116,356 miles · 14 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
6,034 miles
Average per year
4,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,390 miles
  • 2024 – 116,356 miles
  • 2023 – 110,568 miles
  • 2022 – 109,058 miles
  • 2021 – 107,246 miles
  • 2020 – 103,920 miles
  • 2019 – 101,973 miles
  • 2018 – 100,591 miles
  • 2017 – 99,145 miles
  • 2016 – 96,533 miles
  • 2015 – 96,450 miles
  • 2014 – 89,685 miles
  • 2013 – 83,604 miles
  • 2012 – 72,560 miles
  • 2011 – 60,013 miles
  • 2010 – 47,450 miles
  • 2008 – 35,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,390 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,390 miles (+6,034)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    122,390 miles
    Test number
    605242991929
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass116,356 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    116,356 miles
    Test number
    454116558238
    • MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail116,356 miles (+5,788)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,356 miles
    Test number
    365813196660
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre 225/45/17
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,568 miles (+1,510)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    110,568 miles
    Test number
    121637149392
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass109,058 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    109,058 miles
    Test number
    588310267677
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail109,057 miles (+1,811)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,057 miles
    Test number
    575009664529
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass107,246 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    107,246 miles
    Test number
    851245779747
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail107,246 miles (+3,326)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,246 miles
    Test number
    718545984159
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass103,920 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    103,920 miles
    Test number
    188296320256
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail103,919 miles (+1,946)2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,919 miles
    Test number
    611177213694
    • 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))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass101,973 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    101,973 miles
    Test number
    570004463320
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust support hangers corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to underbody, suspension/steering components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail101,973 miles (+1,382)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,973 miles
    Test number
    913825500872
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust support hangers corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to underbody, suspension/steering components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass100,591 miles (+13)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    100,591 miles
    Test number
    309260251404
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak slight oil leak from engine n/s
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective bolt missing from cross member
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system and hangers corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to front and centre

  14. Fail100,578 miles (+1,433)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,578 miles
    Test number
    970414502660
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened n/s of rear sub frame holed near suspension arm mounting (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak slight oil leak from engine n/s
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective bolt missing from cross member
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system and hangers corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to front and centre

  15. Pass99,145 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    99,145 miles
    Test number
    612474417947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear floor brace bar slightly bent
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge & is age cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hangers corroded
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays underside covering brake & fuel pipes e.t.c.

  16. Fail99,145 miles (+2,612)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,145 miles
    Test number
    345054532641
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear floor brace bar slightly bent
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge & is age cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hangers corroded
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays underside covering brake & fuel pipes e.t.c.

  17. Pass96,533 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    96,533 miles
    Test number
    215875586168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass96,450 miles (+6,765)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    96,450 miles
    Test number
    758059395177
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass89,685 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    89,685 miles
    Test number
    388840994157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail89,540 miles (+5,936)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,540 miles
    Test number
    157613584123
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  21. Pass83,604 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    83,604 miles
    Test number
    208668633185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,602 miles (+11,042)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,602 miles
    Test number
    206146333189
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass72,560 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    72,560 miles
    Test number
    215080032421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/s headlamp dull
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner

  24. Fail72,542 miles (+12,529)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,542 miles
    Test number
    478140732190
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/s headlamp dull
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner

  25. Pass60,013 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    60,013 miles
    Test number
    766123621118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail59,978 miles (+12,528)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,978 miles
    Test number
    527487811146
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  27. Pass47,450 miles (+12,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    47,450 miles
    Test number
    143668300438
    • 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)

  28. Pass35,287 miles (-16,645)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,287 miles
    Test number
    424706738410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail51,932 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,932 miles
    Test number
    692404838349
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LB05 BCK

Does LB05 BCK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 BCK expired on 31 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 BCK?
The MOT on LB05 BCK expired on 31 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 BCK done?
LB05 BCK was recorded at 122,390 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2025, an average of 4,205 miles a year.
Has LB05 BCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 BCK has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 BCK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Dec 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 BCK find?
LB05 BCK passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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