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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,798 cc

LB55 VXJMOT history

LB55 VXJ is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 20 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 53,587 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
53,587 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VXJ was last recorded at 53,587 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 4,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,269 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,318 miles
Average per year
2,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,587 miles
  • 2025 – 49,269 miles
  • 2024 – 46,790 miles
  • 2023 – 44,295 miles
  • 2022 – 41,126 miles
  • 2021 – 37,240 miles
  • 2020 – 32,744 miles
  • 2019 – 30,120 miles
  • 2018 – 28,082 miles
  • 2017 – 25,799 miles
  • 2016 – 23,699 miles
  • 2015 – 21,853 miles
  • 2014 – 19,687 miles
  • 2013 – 17,681 miles
  • 2012 – 14,164 miles
  • 2011 – 12,695 miles
  • 2010 – 11,156 miles
  • 2008 – 9,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,587 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass53,587 miles (+4,318)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    53,587 miles
    Test number
    972790369172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass49,269 miles (+2,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    49,269 miles
    Test number
    788625494803
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass46,790 miles (+2,495)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    46,790 miles
    Test number
    498539733739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,295 miles (+3,169)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    44,295 miles
    Test number
    599520051086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass41,126 miles (+3,886)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    41,126 miles
    Test number
    916506817333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,240 miles (+4,496)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    37,240 miles
    Test number
    953012136824
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass32,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    32,744 miles
    Test number
    231154694175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail32,744 miles (+2,624)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,744 miles
    Test number
    124338942200
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass30,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    30,120 miles
    Test number
    903448041519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail30,120 miles (+2,038)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,120 miles
    Test number
    157901240029
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit + cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit + cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass28,082 miles (+2,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    28,082 miles
    Test number
    704091889318
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3.0 mm 245/40 x 17 91 w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass25,799 miles (+2,100)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    25,799 miles
    Test number
    784284932874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,699 miles (+1,846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    23,699 miles
    Test number
    683780652102
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox.

  14. Pass21,853 miles (+2,166)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    21,853 miles
    Test number
    799812468923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,687 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    19,687 miles
    Test number
    169430854349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,681 miles (+2,137)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    17,681 miles
    Test number
    728575443379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,544 miles (+1,380)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    15,544 miles
    Test number
    898465403058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,164 miles (+1,469)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    14,164 miles
    Test number
    126083212018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,695 miles (+1,539)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    12,695 miles
    Test number
    166459111004
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged on outer side wall

  20. Fail11,156 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,156 miles
    Test number
    410653720006
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass11,156 miles (+1,738)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    11,156 miles
    Test number
    834613520040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,418 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    9,418 miles
    Test number
    492537758327
    • NoteN/S/F jacking point is missing

Questions about LB55 VXJ

Does LB55 VXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 VXJ is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VXJ?
The MOT on LB55 VXJ is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 VXJ done?
LB55 VXJ was recorded at 53,587 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 2,498 miles a year.
Has LB55 VXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VXJ has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LB55 VXJ 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 LB55 VXJ find?
LB55 VXJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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