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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 3,199 cc

LD52 EXFMOT history

LD52 EXF is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 18 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 123,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
123,012 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD52 EXF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD52 EXF was last recorded at 123,012 miles on 16 May 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
122,980 miles · 4 May 2024
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
5,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,012 miles
  • 2024 – 122,980 miles
  • 2022 – 119,194 miles
  • 2021 – 117,233 miles
  • 2020 – 110,184 miles
  • 2019 – 101,761 miles
  • 2018 – 92,211 miles
  • 2017 – 87,091 miles
  • 2016 – 80,269 miles
  • 2015 – 75,357 miles
  • 2014 – 71,830 miles
  • 2013 – 67,406 miles
  • 2012 – 62,798 miles
  • 2011 – 53,584 miles
  • 2010 – 44,901 miles
  • 2009 – 35,513 miles
  • 2007 – 24,775 miles
  • 2006 – 15,131 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,012 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryUnder side corroded

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,012 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    123,012 miles
    Test number
    295803846333
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corroded

  2. Pass122,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,980 miles
    Test number
    532376914419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail122,980 miles (+3,786)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,980 miles
    Test number
    389253558150
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass119,194 miles (+1,961)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,194 miles
    Test number
    440553399376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounts corroded

  5. Pass117,233 miles (+7,049)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    117,233 miles
    Test number
    544986467043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass110,184 miles (+8,423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    110,184 miles
    Test number
    994712090009
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet stay in opperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass101,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,761 miles
    Test number
    928583069217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail101,761 miles (+9,550)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,761 miles
    Test number
    800378873673
    • Repaired at testOffside Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

  9. Pass92,211 miles (+5,120)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,211 miles
    Test number
    837996680956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,091 miles (+6,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,091 miles
    Test number
    716726857933
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight play in suspension

  11. Pass80,269 miles (+4,912)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    80,269 miles
    Test number
    576815847364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,357 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    75,357 miles
    Test number
    236930675054
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight play in both sides of steering

  13. Fail75,357 miles (+3,527)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,357 miles
    Test number
    687100175058
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight play in both sides of steering

  14. Pass71,830 miles (+4,424)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    71,830 miles
    Test number
    356286174008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    67,406 miles
    Test number
    108611583427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail67,406 miles (+4,608)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,406 miles
    Test number
    535341383069
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  17. Pass62,798 miles (+9,214)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    62,798 miles
    Test number
    345099082084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,584 miles (+8,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    53,584 miles
    Test number
    275324081093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass44,901 miles (+9,388)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,901 miles
    Test number
    320108270081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,513 miles (+10,738)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,513 miles
    Test number
    414450839002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass24,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    24,775 miles
    Test number
    621797727350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,775 miles (+9,644)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,775 miles
    Test number
    793387127386
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass15,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    15,131 miles
    Test number
    443819696226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail15,131 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,131 miles
    Test number
    244579996263
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Questions about LD52 EXF

Does LD52 EXF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD52 EXF is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD52 EXF?
The MOT on LD52 EXF is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD52 EXF done?
LD52 EXF was recorded at 123,012 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 5,517 miles a year.
Has LD52 EXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD52 EXF has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LD52 EXF 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 LD52 EXF find?
LD52 EXF passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 2 advisories: rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; under side corroded.

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