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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,295 cc

LM52 AJVMOT history

LM52 AJV is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 10 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 36,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
36,590 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 AJV
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
10 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 AJV was last recorded at 36,590 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,589 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,590 miles
  • 2025 – 35,548 miles
  • 2024 – 34,085 miles
  • 2023 – 32,842 miles
  • 2022 – 31,810 miles
  • 2021 – 30,896 miles
  • 2020 – 30,619 miles
  • 2019 – 30,331 miles
  • 2018 – 29,769 miles
  • 2017 – 28,693 miles
  • 2016 – 27,793 miles
  • 2015 – 27,202 miles
  • 2014 – 26,852 miles
  • 2013 – 26,413 miles
  • 2012 – 25,548 miles
  • 2011 – 24,129 miles
  • 2010 – 22,642 miles
  • 2007 – 17,755 miles
  • 2006 – 16,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,590 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50R16 - 92V Age 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH front tyres cracking on treads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,590 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    36,590 miles
    Test number
    498294912437
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50R16 - 92V Age 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail36,589 miles (+1,041)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,589 miles
    Test number
    307743239202
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55R16 - 91V Age2013 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55R16 - 91V Age2013 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50R16 - 92V Age 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass35,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    35,548 miles
    Test number
    369950477556
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front. Age 2013 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Offside rear tyre. Age 2011. Also small cut to outer wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail35,548 miles (+1,463)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,548 miles
    Test number
    101910483155
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front. Age 2013 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Offside rear tyre. Age 2011. Also small cut to outer wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass34,085 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    34,085 miles
    Test number
    613595227750
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Fail34,085 miles (+1,243)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,085 miles
    Test number
    764857926600
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass32,842 miles (+1,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    32,842 miles
    Test number
    282541589576
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH front tyres surface cracks on treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass31,810 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    31,810 miles
    Test number
    513240299069
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH front tyres cracking on treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail31,810 miles (+914)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,810 miles
    Test number
    748607970815
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH front tyres cracking on treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass30,896 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    30,896 miles
    Test number
    901246792817
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail30,896 miles (+277)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,896 miles
    Test number
    305924913510
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass30,619 miles (+288)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    30,619 miles
    Test number
    501312591944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    30,331 miles
    Test number
    180454386760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail30,331 miles (+562)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,331 miles
    Test number
    217287232435
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass29,769 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    29,769 miles
    Test number
    125916884118
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking outer edge.

  16. Fail29,769 miles (+1,076)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,769 miles
    Test number
    967301752961
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking outer edge.

  17. Pass28,693 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    28,693 miles
    Test number
    432278114877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,793 miles (+591)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    27,793 miles
    Test number
    140898440651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,202 miles (+350)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,202 miles
    Test number
    875589865025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,852 miles (+439)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    26,852 miles
    Test number
    719318174047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,413 miles (+865)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    26,413 miles
    Test number
    336991673074
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly deteriorared
    • NoteOffside front tyre deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer wall slightly damaged

  22. Pass25,548 miles (+1,419)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    25,548 miles
    Test number
    168950192405
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass24,129 miles (+1,487)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    24,129 miles
    Test number
    826116271000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  24. Pass22,642 miles (+4,887)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    22,642 miles
    Test number
    190174880093
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass17,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    17,755 miles
    Test number
    594053857332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail17,755 miles (+1,507)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,755 miles
    Test number
    453463757433
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  27. Pass16,248 miles (+1,310)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,248 miles
    Test number
    670665126311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass14,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    14,938 miles
    Test number
    941439936026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 AJV

Does LM52 AJV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 AJV is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 AJV?
The MOT on LM52 AJV is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 AJV done?
LM52 AJV was recorded at 36,590 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 1,078 miles a year.
Has LM52 AJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 AJV has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 AJV 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 LM52 AJV find?
LM52 AJV passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50r16 - 92v age 2016; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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