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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

LP51 PBOMOT history

LP51 PBO is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 24 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 44,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
44,178 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP51 PBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP51 PBO was last recorded at 44,178 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 2,685 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,493 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,685 miles
Average per year
1,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,178 miles
  • 2024 – 41,493 miles
  • 2023 – 38,586 miles
  • 2022 – 36,330 miles
  • 2021 – 35,723 miles
  • 2020 – 33,953 miles
  • 2019 – 32,880 miles
  • 2017 – 30,902 miles
  • 2016 – 28,784 miles
  • 2015 – 27,192 miles
  • 2014 – 26,271 miles
  • 2009 – 25,088 miles
  • 2008 – 22,939 miles
  • 2007 – 20,115 miles
  • 2006 – 16,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,178 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,178 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    44,178 miles
    Test number
    963201509308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail44,178 miles (+2,685)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,178 miles
    Test number
    132619383606
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass41,493 miles (+2,907)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    41,493 miles
    Test number
    578460993845
    • AdvisoryEML ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass38,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    38,586 miles
    Test number
    221261461885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail38,586 miles (+2,256)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,586 miles
    Test number
    458786365671
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass36,330 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    36,330 miles
    Test number
    649414180540
    • 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))

  7. Fail36,311 miles (+588)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,311 miles
    Test number
    735469675961
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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. Pass35,723 miles (+1,770)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    35,723 miles
    Test number
    851753734555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass33,953 miles (+1,073)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    33,953 miles
    Test number
    106002802528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass32,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    32,880 miles
    Test number
    851099866714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail32,880 miles (+1,978)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,880 miles
    Test number
    263942874065
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass30,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    30,902 miles
    Test number
    506384136640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail30,902 miles (+2,118)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,902 miles
    Test number
    585055994235
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass28,784 miles (+1,592)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    28,784 miles
    Test number
    773476257325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,192 miles (+921)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    27,192 miles
    Test number
    126178695465
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass26,271 miles (+1,183)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    26,271 miles
    Test number
    917315684086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,088 miles (+2,149)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    25,088 miles
    Test number
    474335919401
    • NoteEngine lamp on
    • NoteNear side front tyre slighty cut on outer wall

  18. Pass22,939 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    22,939 miles
    Test number
    183659488220
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear diff slight oil leak
    • NoteSmaal cut on outer wall N/S/F tyre

  19. Fail22,938 miles (+2,823)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,938 miles
    Test number
    361608588227
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear diff slight oil leak
    • NoteSmaal cut on outer wall N/S/F tyre

  20. Pass20,115 miles (+288)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,115 miles
    Test number
    664857667258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail19,827 miles (+3,155)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,827 miles
    Test number
    414146757292
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front 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)

  22. Pass16,672 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,672 miles
    Test number
    613411656210
    • NoteBoth front tyres inner and outter edge wearing

Questions about LP51 PBO

Does LP51 PBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP51 PBO is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP51 PBO?
The MOT on LP51 PBO is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP51 PBO done?
LP51 PBO was recorded at 44,178 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 1,407 miles a year.
Has LP51 PBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP51 PBO has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LP51 PBO 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 LP51 PBO find?
LP51 PBO passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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