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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,295 cc

LC52 BAAMOT history

LC52 BAA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 21 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 5 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 103,195 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Mar 2026
Mileage
103,195 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 BAA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 BAA was last recorded at 103,195 miles on 6 Mar 2025, 3,105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,090 miles · 15 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
3,105 miles
Average per year
5,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,195 miles
  • 2024 – 100,090 miles
  • 2022 – 96,413 miles
  • 2021 – 94,282 miles
  • 2020 – 93,624 miles
  • 2019 – 92,795 miles
  • 2017 – 91,884 miles
  • 2016 – 90,568 miles
  • 2015 – 85,549 miles
  • 2014 – 75,577 miles
  • 2013 – 64,342 miles
  • 2012 – 48,141 miles
  • 2011 – 34,769 miles
  • 2010 – 29,935 miles
  • 2009 – 22,959 miles
  • 2008 – 15,204 miles
  • 2007 – 5,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,195 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold broken (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pads 3/4 worn

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,195 miles (+3,105)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    103,195 miles
    Test number
    606211660851
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pads 3/4 worn

  2. Pass100,090 miles (+3,677)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    100,090 miles
    Test number
    634054221973
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both front headlamp units water condensated up (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front track rod end gaiters perishing and starting to split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle including front and rear suspension components including rear subframe
    • AdvisoryExhaust down pipe bracket to gearbox broken apart
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust leakage around manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front head lamp light output reduced by condensation within headlamp units (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre outer wall perished and light cracking also cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre perishing and cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear brake flexi hoses perishing and outer casing staring to split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass96,413 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,413 miles
    Test number
    593728256803
    • AdvisoryCondensation in BOTH headlight units
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion taking place to underside to most metals
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside & offside front steering linkage joints

  4. Fail96,413 miles (+2,131)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,413 miles
    Test number
    402705284615
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCondensation in BOTH headlight units
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion taking place to underside to most metals
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside & offside front steering linkage joints

  5. Pass94,282 miles (+658)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    94,282 miles
    Test number
    759190540370
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Nearside + Offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass93,624 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,624 miles
    Test number
    580880383027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded

  7. Fail93,624 miles (+829)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,624 miles
    Test number
    738812032400
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel hose leaking near fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded

  8. Pass92,795 miles (+901)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,795 miles
    Test number
    118802679345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracked on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty condition

  9. Pass91,894 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    91,894 miles
    Test number
    865026792391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear second silencer poor outer skin corroded

  10. Pass91,884 miles (+1,316)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    91,884 miles
    Test number
    559193032467
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust slight corrosion

  11. Pass90,568 miles (+5,019)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    90,568 miles
    Test number
    357125143560
    • AdvisoryCorrosion beginning at rear wheel arches
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail85,549 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,549 miles
    Test number
    136463365102
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass85,549 miles (+9,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,549 miles
    Test number
    717233665178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass75,577 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    75,577 miles
    Test number
    509995654181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Fail75,577 miles (+11,235)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,577 miles
    Test number
    345095954138
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass64,342 miles (+16,201)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    64,342 miles
    Test number
    678521473160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside headlamp aim set on ,lower limit .both rear tyre treads more worn in centre.

  17. Pass48,141 miles (+13,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,141 miles
    Test number
    735216862170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass34,769 miles (+4,834)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,769 miles
    Test number
    275539211072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,935 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    29,935 miles
    Test number
    224218220038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail29,935 miles (+6,976)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,935 miles
    Test number
    774198520036
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass22,959 miles (+7,755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    22,959 miles
    Test number
    231076929067
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  22. Pass15,204 miles (+9,643)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    15,204 miles
    Test number
    732606228080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass5,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    5,561 miles
    Test number
    650918507087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 BAA

Does LC52 BAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC52 BAA expired on 5 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC52 BAA?
The MOT on LC52 BAA expired on 5 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC52 BAA done?
LC52 BAA was recorded at 103,195 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2025, an average of 5,377 miles a year.
Has LC52 BAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 BAA has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LC52 BAA 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 LC52 BAA find?
LC52 BAA passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2025 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold broken; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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