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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LB05 CMZMOT history

LB05 CMZ is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 12 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 88,723 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
88,723 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 CMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 CMZ was last recorded at 88,723 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 5,975 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,748 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,975 miles
Average per year
4,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,723 miles
  • 2024 – 82,748 miles
  • 2023 – 79,138 miles
  • 2022 – 78,272 miles
  • 2018 – 61,670 miles
  • 2017 – 51,189 miles
  • 2016 – 46,188 miles
  • 2015 – 38,255 miles
  • 2014 – 29,149 miles
  • 2013 – 21,145 miles
  • 2012 – 13,781 miles
  • 2011 – 12,177 miles
  • 2010 – 10,312 miles
  • 2009 – 8,273 miles
  • 2008 – 6,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,723 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play n/s & o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,723 miles (+5,975)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    88,723 miles
    Test number
    933901738122
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play n/s & o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass82,748 miles (+3,610)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    82,748 miles
    Test number
    767202477453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Front lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Front lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass79,138 miles (+866)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,138 miles
    Test number
    689178189429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass78,272 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    78,272 miles
    Test number
    728011391152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail78,270 miles (+16,600)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,270 miles
    Test number
    303292233065
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass61,670 miles (+10,481)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,670 miles
    Test number
    193757439545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass51,189 miles (+5,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    51,189 miles
    Test number
    959423541080
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/40/17 (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass46,188 miles (+7,933)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,188 miles
    Test number
    542563455447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,255 miles (+5)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    38,255 miles
    Test number
    266112295417
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking,wearing inner edge and tread distorting
    • NoteOuter sill and underbody covers fitted

  10. Fail38,250 miles (+9,101)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,250 miles
    Test number
    265051395158
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking,wearing inner edge and tread distorting
    • NoteOuter sill and underbody covers fitted

  11. Pass29,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    29,149 miles
    Test number
    236713164485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail29,149 miles (+8,004)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,149 miles
    Test number
    197452864114
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/f tyre perished

  13. Pass21,145 miles (+7,364)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    21,145 miles
    Test number
    747489973190
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass13,781 miles (+1,604)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    13,781 miles
    Test number
    817871532178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass12,177 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    12,177 miles
    Test number
    149048621269
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNsr tyre cracked on the outer wall.

  16. Fail12,177 miles (+1,865)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,177 miles
    Test number
    525218421200
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNsr tyre cracked on the outer wall.

  17. Pass10,312 miles (+2,039)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    10,312 miles
    Test number
    784482520235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,273 miles (+1,929)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    8,273 miles
    Test number
    841118719286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass6,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    6,344 miles
    Test number
    194860118233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail6,344 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,344 miles
    Test number
    903117708275
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LB05 CMZ

Does LB05 CMZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 CMZ is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 CMZ?
The MOT on LB05 CMZ 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 LB05 CMZ done?
LB05 CMZ was recorded at 88,723 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 4,768 miles a year.
Has LB05 CMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 CMZ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 CMZ 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 LB05 CMZ find?
LB05 CMZ passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s heavily perished; front wheel bearing has slight play n/s & o/s; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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