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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

LB51 HXRMOT history

LB51 HXR is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 7 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 37,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
37,117 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,054 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 HXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 HXR was last recorded at 37,117 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 719 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,398 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
719 miles
Average per year
1,054 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 37,117 miles
  • 2024 – 36,398 miles
  • 2023 – 34,550 miles
  • 2022 – 32,357 miles
  • 2021 – 30,634 miles
  • 2020 – 29,730 miles
  • 2019 – 29,156 miles
  • 2018 – 28,391 miles
  • 2017 – 27,845 miles
  • 2016 – 26,910 miles
  • 2015 – 25,744 miles
  • 2014 – 25,386 miles
  • 2013 – 25,097 miles
  • 2012 – 24,650 miles
  • 2011 – 23,974 miles
  • 2010 – 23,208 miles
  • 2009 – 20,944 miles
  • 2008 – 20,357 miles
  • 2007 – 19,761 miles
  • 2006 – 17,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,117 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all around (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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Boot struts weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both front tyres perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Condensation in Nearside headlamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,117 miles (+719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    37,117 miles
    Test number
    779634912297
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all around (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass36,398 miles (+1,848)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    36,398 miles
    Test number
    398415215859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass34,550 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    34,550 miles
    Test number
    922494980483
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both under the vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail34,548 miles (+2,191)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,548 miles
    Test number
    830549965836
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both under the vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass32,357 miles (+1,723)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    32,357 miles
    Test number
    742290089182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass30,634 miles (+904)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    30,634 miles
    Test number
    866294922068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass29,730 miles (+574)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    29,730 miles
    Test number
    254911062842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass29,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    29,156 miles
    Test number
    285749835816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail29,156 miles (+765)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,156 miles
    Test number
    219012576997
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass28,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    28,391 miles
    Test number
    852761115660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail28,391 miles (+546)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,391 miles
    Test number
    873680788218
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass27,845 miles (+935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    27,845 miles
    Test number
    711150838882
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass26,910 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    26,910 miles
    Test number
    829004028692
    • AdvisoryBoot struts weak
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryCondensation in Nearside headlamp
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail26,910 miles (+1,166)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,910 miles
    Test number
    834287763875
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoot struts weak
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryCondensation in Nearside headlamp
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass25,744 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    25,744 miles
    Test number
    334697800851
    • AdvisoryCondensation in Near side front headlamp
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded and pitted
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail25,744 miles (+358)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,744 miles
    Test number
    785551677443
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryCondensation in Near side front headlamp
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded and pitted
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass25,386 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    25,386 miles
    Test number
    407138314324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail25,097 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,097 miles
    Test number
    149166223332
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass25,097 miles (+447)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    25,097 miles
    Test number
    956946623323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,650 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,650 miles
    Test number
    345028422309
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass24,650 miles (+676)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    24,650 miles
    Test number
    979978622393
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass23,974 miles (+766)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    23,974 miles
    Test number
    458307821329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,208 miles (+2,264)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    23,208 miles
    Test number
    983584640395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,944 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    20,944 miles
    Test number
    724563149333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail20,944 miles (+587)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,944 miles
    Test number
    802641949366
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass20,357 miles (+596)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    20,357 miles
    Test number
    422366528327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,761 miles (+2,666)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    19,761 miles
    Test number
    462540227468
    • NoteB oth rear tyres low tread
    • NoteSteering damper weeping

  28. Pass17,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    17,095 miles
    Test number
    400045826427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 HXR

Does LB51 HXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 HXR is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB51 HXR?
The MOT on LB51 HXR is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 HXR done?
LB51 HXR was recorded at 37,117 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 1,054 miles a year.
Has LB51 HXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 HXR has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB51 HXR 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 LB51 HXR find?
LB51 HXR passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all around.

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