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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 3,498 cc

LB54 HXEMOT history

LB54 HXE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 17 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 90,714 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
90,714 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 HXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 HXE was last recorded at 90,714 miles on 28 May 2026, 2,045 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Oct 2008: 21,048 miles, lower than 88,112 miles on 3 Dec 2007.

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
88,669 miles · 30 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2,045 miles
Average per year
141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,714 miles
  • 2024 – 88,669 miles
  • 2023 – 87,573 miles
  • 2022 – 86,735 miles
  • 2021 – 81,445 miles
  • 2020 – 79,963 miles
  • 2019 – 76,466 miles
  • 2018 – 70,413 miles
  • 2017 – 62,200 miles
  • 2016 – 55,045 miles
  • 2015 – 51,193 miles
  • 2014 – 48,326 miles
  • 2013 – 41,459 miles
  • 2012 – 36,401 miles
  • 2010 – 33,126 miles
  • 2009 – 26,576 miles
  • 2008 – 21,048 miles
  • 2007 – 88,112 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,714 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,714 miles (+2,045)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    90,714 miles
    Test number
    836671682719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,669 miles (+1,096)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    88,669 miles
    Test number
    717661306182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass87,573 miles (+838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,573 miles
    Test number
    671444468598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc inside surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc inside surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass86,735 miles (+5,290)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,735 miles
    Test number
    140380262439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass81,445 miles (+1,482)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,445 miles
    Test number
    176803902455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,963 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    79,963 miles
    Test number
    791193746296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail79,959 miles (+3,493)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,959 miles
    Test number
    582180275336
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass76,466 miles (+198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    76,466 miles
    Test number
    229552523038
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail76,268 miles (+5,855)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,268 miles
    Test number
    176456060089
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  10. Pass70,413 miles (+260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,413 miles
    Test number
    191616017220
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded

  11. Fail70,153 miles (+7,953)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,153 miles
    Test number
    137632755216
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded

  12. Pass62,200 miles (+7,155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,200 miles
    Test number
    567025596401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass55,045 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    55,045 miles
    Test number
    418830115540
    • AdvisoryCovers

  14. Fail55,045 miles (+3,852)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,045 miles
    Test number
    961919785685
    • FailureFront Valve stem seriously damaged both split too excess (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryCovers

  15. Pass51,193 miles (+2,867)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    51,193 miles
    Test number
    959930835009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,326 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    48,326 miles
    Test number
    925997424067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  17. Fail48,295 miles (+6,836)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,295 miles
    Test number
    656071724004
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  18. Pass41,459 miles (+5,058)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    41,459 miles
    Test number
    175758023431
    • NoteEngine oil level low

  19. Pass36,401 miles (+3,275)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    36,401 miles
    Test number
    669201612056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,126 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,126 miles
    Test number
    451163730495
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass33,126 miles (+6,550)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    33,126 miles
    Test number
    973993430337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,576 miles (+5,528)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    26,576 miles
    Test number
    703544239364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,048 miles (-67,064)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    21,048 miles
    Test number
    843061588201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass88,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    88,112 miles
    Test number
    192267937334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 HXE

Does LB54 HXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 HXE is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 HXE?
The MOT on LB54 HXE is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 HXE done?
LB54 HXE was recorded at 90,714 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 141 miles a year.
Has LB54 HXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 HXE has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LB54 HXE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Oct 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB54 HXE find?
LB54 HXE passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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