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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 3,498 cc

LM54 OTXMOT history

LM54 OTX is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 11 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 84,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

LM54 OTX black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
84,719 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
19 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 OTX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 OTX was last recorded at 84,719 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 1,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,533 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,186 miles
Average per year
3,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,719 miles
  • 2025 – 83,533 miles
  • 2024 – 82,906 miles
  • 2023 – 82,371 miles
  • 2022 – 81,031 miles
  • 2021 – 78,887 miles
  • 2020 – 77,314 miles
  • 2019 – 74,337 miles
  • 2018 – 70,146 miles
  • 2017 – 69,125 miles
  • 2016 – 67,913 miles
  • 2015 – 66,568 miles
  • 2014 – 64,835 miles
  • 2013 – 62,430 miles
  • 2012 – 55,702 miles
  • 2011 – 50,752 miles
  • 2010 – 45,523 miles
  • 2009 – 31,676 miles
  • 2008 – 21,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,719 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,719 miles (+1,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    84,719 miles
    Test number
    688497256102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass83,533 miles (+627)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    83,533 miles
    Test number
    992827663118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass82,906 miles (+535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    82,906 miles
    Test number
    103950514978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (wearing on inner edge) (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass82,371 miles (+1,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,371 miles
    Test number
    791799883083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass81,031 miles (+2,144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    81,031 miles
    Test number
    259362292666
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass78,887 miles (+1,573)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    78,887 miles
    Test number
    317539914383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,314 miles (+2,977)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    77,314 miles
    Test number
    681663574017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,337 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,337 miles
    Test number
    617955239865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,311 miles (+4,165)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,311 miles
    Test number
    247522416418
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass70,146 miles (+1,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    70,146 miles
    Test number
    531305698390
    • AdvisorySlight play in front bearings

  11. Pass69,125 miles (+1,212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,125 miles
    Test number
    713754896077
    • AdvisoryFront number plate deteriated but unlikiley to be misread
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust hanger broken but still adequately supported

  12. Pass67,913 miles (+1,345)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,913 miles
    Test number
    992380770470
    • AdvisoryDamage to front bumper not considered to present sharp edges
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view before testing.
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust supports badly corroded

  13. Pass66,568 miles (+1,733)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    66,568 miles
    Test number
    999243515179
    • NoteRear exhaust hangers broken

  14. Pass64,835 miles (+2,405)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,835 miles
    Test number
    169739194449
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass62,430 miles (+6,728)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    62,430 miles
    Test number
    935404613104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass55,702 miles (+4,950)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,702 miles
    Test number
    365394432050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,752 miles (+5,229)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    50,752 miles
    Test number
    726895541049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,523 miles (+13,847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    45,523 miles
    Test number
    750635730066
    • 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)

  19. Pass31,676 miles (+10,154)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    31,676 miles
    Test number
    121033349422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    21,522 miles
    Test number
    494724448019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 OTX

Does LM54 OTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 OTX is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 OTX?
The MOT on LM54 OTX is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 OTX done?
LM54 OTX was recorded at 84,719 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 3,427 miles a year.
Has LM54 OTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 OTX has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on LM54 OTX 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 LM54 OTX find?
LM54 OTX passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front bush); offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front bush).

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