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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

LM54 DVFMOT history

LM54 DVF is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 19 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2022 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 125,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2022.

LM54 DVF black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2022
Mileage
125,271 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2022
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,978 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 DVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM54 DVF was last recorded at 125,271 miles on 24 Nov 2022, 7,253 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Feb 2009: 15,070 miles, lower than 36,275 miles on 4 Jan 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
118,018 miles · 29 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
7,253 miles
Average per year
5,978 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 125,271 miles
  • 2021 – 118,018 miles
  • 2020 – 111,641 miles
  • 2019 – 106,204 miles
  • 2018 – 102,356 miles
  • 2017 – 98,304 miles
  • 2015 – 91,638 miles
  • 2014 – 83,109 miles
  • 2013 – 80,666 miles
  • 2012 – 75,205 miles
  • 2011 – 64,441 miles
  • 2010 – 56,702 miles
  • 2009 – 15,070 miles
  • 2008 – 36,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,271 miles
  • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorPosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT failures 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 hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,271 miles (+7,253)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,271 miles
    Test number
    669403699484
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass118,018 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    118,018 miles
    Test number
    441865918202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail118,001 miles (+6,360)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,001 miles
    Test number
    851722213359
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass111,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    111,641 miles
    Test number
    428594996370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail111,641 miles (+5,437)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,641 miles
    Test number
    816502217628
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass106,204 miles (+3,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,204 miles
    Test number
    557710033432
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to crack suggest replacement

  7. Pass102,356 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    102,356 miles
    Test number
    965257314855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit suggest replacement (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint suggest replacement (2.5.B.1a)

  8. Fail102,356 miles (+4,052)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,356 miles
    Test number
    823252485515
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit suggest replacement (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint suggest replacement (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Pass98,304 miles (+6,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    98,304 miles
    Test number
    843242856110
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  10. Pass91,638 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    91,638 miles
    Test number
    251995991411
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre scuffed
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryAccident damage front
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

  11. Fail91,638 miles (+8,529)1 dangerous1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,638 miles
    Test number
    294027435952
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAccident damage front
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear tyres scuffed
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

  12. Pass83,109 miles (+2,443)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    83,109 miles
    Test number
    409274224424
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsr tyre worn low on tread

  13. Pass80,666 miles (+5,461)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    80,666 miles
    Test number
    905393943337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn to 3mm and nail in tread.
    • NoteSuspect offside rear tyre under infated.

  14. Pass75,205 miles (+10,764)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    75,205 miles
    Test number
    878301202265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,441 miles (+7,739)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    64,441 miles
    Test number
    266166731082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,702 miles (+41,632)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    56,702 miles
    Test number
    101464940427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,070 miles (-21,205)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    15,070 miles
    Test number
    121116059004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    36,275 miles
    Test number
    944704008097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 DVF

Does LM54 DVF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 DVF expired on 28 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 DVF?
The MOT on LM54 DVF expired on 28 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 DVF done?
LM54 DVF was recorded at 125,271 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2022, an average of 5,978 miles a year.
Has LM54 DVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 DVF has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LM54 DVF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM54 DVF find?
LM54 DVF failed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2022 with 8 major defects and 2 advisories: dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam; horn not working; nearside headlamp not working on main beam, and 7 more.

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