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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,295 cc

LL51 KBJMOT history

LL51 KBJ is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 18 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 117,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2025
Mileage
117,003 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 KBJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 KBJ was last recorded at 117,003 miles on 19 Aug 2024, 819 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,184 miles · 26 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
819 miles
Average per year
4,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 117,003 miles
  • 2023 – 116,184 miles
  • 2022 – 114,304 miles
  • 2021 – 112,181 miles
  • 2020 – 110,902 miles
  • 2018 – 109,536 miles
  • 2017 – 98,434 miles
  • 2016 – 95,424 miles
  • 2015 – 90,849 miles
  • 2014 – 87,292 miles
  • 2013 – 86,496 miles
  • 2012 – 84,645 miles
  • 2011 – 80,247 miles
  • 2010 – 76,673 miles
  • 2009 – 72,808 miles
  • 2008 – 59,892 miles
  • 2007 – 52,894 miles
  • 2006 – 43,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,003 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,003 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    117,003 miles
    Test number
    204142064953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail117,003 miles (+819)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,003 miles
    Test number
    935088754221
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass116,184 miles (+1,880)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    116,184 miles
    Test number
    442073491734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass114,304 miles (+2,123)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    114,304 miles
    Test number
    919330034206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass112,181 miles (+1,279)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    112,181 miles
    Test number
    767051569019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside intermediate silencer outer shell in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass110,902 miles (+1,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    110,902 miles
    Test number
    560644433018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass109,536 miles (+11,102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    109,536 miles
    Test number
    718153203666
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass98,434 miles (+3,010)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    98,434 miles
    Test number
    379298704997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,424 miles (+4,575)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    95,424 miles
    Test number
    527716365101
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low

  10. Pass90,849 miles (+3,557)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    90,849 miles
    Test number
    376763715238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,292 miles (+796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    87,292 miles
    Test number
    827528824224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass86,496 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    86,496 miles
    Test number
    946260593286
    • NoteCovers fitted over outer sills
    • NoteNSF tyre close to limit

  13. Fail86,496 miles (+1,851)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,496 miles
    Test number
    509800493273
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • NoteCovers fitted over outer sills
    • NoteNSF tyre close to limit

  14. Pass84,645 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    84,645 miles
    Test number
    126961162231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in both front inner steering joints

  15. Fail84,645 miles (+4,398)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,645 miles
    Test number
    828181262200
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in both front inner steering joints

  16. Pass80,247 miles (+81)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    80,247 miles
    Test number
    368868141449
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail80,166 miles (+3,493)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,166 miles
    Test number
    177303541298
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass76,673 miles (+3,865)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    76,673 miles
    Test number
    301324140413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,808 miles (+12,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    72,808 miles
    Test number
    830035749290
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass59,892 miles (+6,998)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    59,892 miles
    Test number
    614690208204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    52,894 miles
    Test number
    343751197125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,894 miles (+8,898)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,894 miles
    Test number
    271430197428
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  23. Pass43,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    43,996 miles
    Test number
    973076296153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 KBJ

Does LL51 KBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 KBJ expired on 23 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 KBJ?
The MOT on LL51 KBJ expired on 23 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 KBJ done?
LL51 KBJ was recorded at 117,003 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2024, an average of 4,034 miles a year.
Has LL51 KBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 KBJ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LL51 KBJ 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 LL51 KBJ find?
LL51 KBJ passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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