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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,295 cc

LD53 DMZMOT history

LD53 DMZ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 22 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 67,208 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
67,208 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 DMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 DMZ was last recorded at 67,208 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 374 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,834 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
374 miles
Average per year
2,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,208 miles
  • 2025 – 66,834 miles
  • 2024 – 66,587 miles
  • 2023 – 66,313 miles
  • 2022 – 66,102 miles
  • 2021 – 65,656 miles
  • 2020 – 65,430 miles
  • 2019 – 63,094 miles
  • 2018 – 61,118 miles
  • 2017 – 60,299 miles
  • 2015 – 57,803 miles
  • 2014 – 56,556 miles
  • 2013 – 54,817 miles
  • 2012 – 49,381 miles
  • 2011 – 45,561 miles
  • 2010 – 40,840 miles
  • 2009 – 38,778 miles
  • 2008 – 32,560 miles
  • 2006 – 22,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,208 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight condensation
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated rear

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 Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass67,208 miles (+374)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    67,208 miles
    Test number
    281866258136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight condensation
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated rear

  2. Pass66,834 miles (+247)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    66,834 miles
    Test number
    735507470600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass66,587 miles (+274)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    66,587 miles
    Test number
    836872766573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass66,313 miles (+211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    66,313 miles
    Test number
    721872126435
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))

  5. Pass66,102 miles (+446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    66,102 miles
    Test number
    378023448564
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear box corroded

  6. Pass65,656 miles (+226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    65,656 miles
    Test number
    505278364990
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box corroded

  7. Pass65,430 miles (+2,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    65,430 miles
    Test number
    449793380492
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass63,094 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    63,094 miles
    Test number
    601238768100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front water in headlamp
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail63,092 miles (+1,974)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,092 miles
    Test number
    913710085978
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front water in headlamp
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass61,118 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    61,118 miles
    Test number
    750450929122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,117 miles (+818)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,117 miles
    Test number
    380526754965
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  12. Pass60,299 miles (+2,496)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,299 miles
    Test number
    856954657706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,803 miles (+1,247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,803 miles
    Test number
    695626865687
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lenses misted on inside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass56,556 miles (+1,739)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,556 miles
    Test number
    837001444201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,817 miles (+5,436)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    54,817 miles
    Test number
    369201333213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail49,381 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,381 miles
    Test number
    119396712298
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass49,381 miles (+3,820)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    49,381 miles
    Test number
    439466512215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,561 miles (+352)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,561 miles
    Test number
    859534091132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,209 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,209 miles
    Test number
    359371331106
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass45,209 miles (+4,369)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,209 miles
    Test number
    469271431122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,840 miles (+2,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    40,840 miles
    Test number
    244544930443
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  22. Pass38,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,778 miles
    Test number
    152598329181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,778 miles (+6,218)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,778 miles
    Test number
    541008929143
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass32,560 miles (+10,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    32,560 miles
    Test number
    892231308150
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass22,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    22,220 miles
    Test number
    784047796257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 DMZ

Does LD53 DMZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 DMZ is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 DMZ?
The MOT on LD53 DMZ is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 DMZ done?
LD53 DMZ was recorded at 67,208 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 2,285 miles a year.
Has LD53 DMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 DMZ has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on LD53 DMZ 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 LD53 DMZ find?
LD53 DMZ passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front headlight condensation; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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