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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LM52 PUUMOT history

LM52 PUU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 23 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 112,404 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
112,404 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 PUU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 PUU was last recorded at 112,404 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,401 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,404 miles
  • 2025 – 107,415 miles
  • 2023 – 102,000 miles
  • 2022 – 99,432 miles
  • 2021 – 97,473 miles
  • 2020 – 93,144 miles
  • 2019 – 85,613 miles
  • 2018 – 77,348 miles
  • 2017 – 71,731 miles
  • 2016 – 62,291 miles
  • 2015 – 58,391 miles
  • 2014 – 55,314 miles
  • 2012 – 53,363 miles
  • 2011 – 46,890 miles
  • 2010 – 44,880 miles
  • 2009 – 40,514 miles
  • 2007 – 31,871 miles
  • 2006 – 31,090 miles
  • 2005 – 23,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,404 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all visible (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEML light on dash - pre 1 July 2003Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCovers + shields fittedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travelRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle + all steering / suspension components corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,404 miles (+3)2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    112,404 miles
    Test number
    167826552239
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all visible (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEML light on dash - pre 1 July 2003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle + all steering / suspension components corroded

  2. Fail112,401 miles (+4,986)6 major2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,401 miles
    Test number
    523475537155
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted sharp edges (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all visible (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEML light on dash - pre 1 July 2003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle + all steering / suspension components corroded

  3. Pass107,415 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    107,415 miles
    Test number
    917352491810
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle + all steering / suspension componets corroded

  4. Fail107,412 miles (+5,412)5 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,412 miles
    Test number
    721470632659
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle + all steering / suspension componets corroded

  5. Pass102,000 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    102,000 miles
    Test number
    437751837762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail102,000 miles (+2,568)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,000 miles
    Test number
    517311082165
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass99,432 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,432 miles
    Test number
    319220774894
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres slightly perished

  8. Fail99,432 miles (+1,959)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,432 miles
    Test number
    956033879721
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres slightly perished

  9. Pass97,473 miles (+4,329)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,473 miles
    Test number
    865282439407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,144 miles (+7,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,144 miles
    Test number
    829280181830
    • AdvisoryBrake dic pads worn and rusted below car

  11. Pass85,613 miles (+8,265)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,613 miles
    Test number
    346012766043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,348 miles (+5,617)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    77,348 miles
    Test number
    985270813553
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass71,731 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    71,731 miles
    Test number
    689312549739
    • AdvisorySlight cut on n/s/f outer wall

  14. Fail71,731 miles (+9,440)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,731 miles
    Test number
    572803134687
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight cut on n/s/f outer wall

  15. Pass62,291 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,291 miles
    Test number
    613233201935
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Fail62,289 miles (+3,898)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,289 miles
    Test number
    406820250012
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass58,391 miles (+122)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,391 miles
    Test number
    704528223520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight smear from the front wiper blades

  18. Pass58,269 miles (+2,955)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,269 miles
    Test number
    151377809085
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass55,314 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    55,314 miles
    Test number
    565229654053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    53,363 miles
    Test number
    375420082104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,363 miles (+6,473)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,363 miles
    Test number
    925010882180
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass46,890 miles (+2,010)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    46,890 miles
    Test number
    245697951051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,880 miles (+4,366)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    44,880 miles
    Test number
    173409940074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,514 miles (+8,643)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    40,514 miles
    Test number
    721379759071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,871 miles (+781)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    31,871 miles
    Test number
    184086287437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,090 miles (+8,061)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,090 miles
    Test number
    591414636380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    23,029 miles
    Test number
    192437845391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 PUU

Does LM52 PUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 PUU is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 PUU?
The MOT on LM52 PUU is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 PUU done?
LM52 PUU was recorded at 112,404 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 4,398 miles a year.
Has LM52 PUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 PUU has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 PUU 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 PUU find?
LM52 PUU passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 14 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy; front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all visible, and 13 more.

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