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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 3,498 cc

LR05 EDVMOT history

LR05 EDV is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 10 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 125,581 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

LR05 EDV blue Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
125,581 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,910 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 EDV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 EDV was last recorded at 125,581 miles on 1 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,580 miles · 30 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,910 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,581 miles
  • 2025 – 125,566 miles
  • 2024 – 125,553 miles
  • 2023 – 125,281 miles
  • 2022 – 123,562 miles
  • 2021 – 115,378 miles
  • 2020 – 110,562 miles
  • 2019 – 106,949 miles
  • 2018 – 105,578 miles
  • 2017 – 102,792 miles
  • 2016 – 99,452 miles
  • 2015 – 96,063 miles
  • 2014 – 93,722 miles
  • 2013 – 90,729 miles
  • 2012 – 87,290 miles
  • 2011 – 81,948 miles
  • 2010 – 76,072 miles
  • 2009 – 70,348 miles
  • 2008 – 54,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,581 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,581 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    125,581 miles
    Test number
    479804436377
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail125,580 miles (+14)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,580 miles
    Test number
    985866837930
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass125,566 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    125,566 miles
    Test number
    343884256999
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewalls perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail125,564 miles (+11)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,564 miles
    Test number
    101133960840
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective No pattern either side (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewalls perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass125,553 miles (+21)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    125,553 miles
    Test number
    289335803487
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail125,532 miles (+251)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,532 miles
    Test number
    644022217101
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator BOTH sides inner (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH sides front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass125,281 miles (+1,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    125,281 miles
    Test number
    945325064613
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL 4 surface rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass123,562 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    123,562 miles
    Test number
    136404690832
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail123,555 miles (+8,177)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,555 miles
    Test number
    770505187604
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass115,378 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    115,378 miles
    Test number
    652405155032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mounting points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail115,368 miles (+4,806)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,368 miles
    Test number
    891240882873
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mounting points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass110,562 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    110,562 miles
    Test number
    582830158521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,949 miles (+1,371)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    106,949 miles
    Test number
    693170926070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,578 miles (+2,786)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    105,578 miles
    Test number
    738353537518
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides of vehicle (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides of vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides of vehicle (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass102,792 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    102,792 miles
    Test number
    939981436200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail102,772 miles (+3,320)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,772 miles
    Test number
    443325546730
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported 2 rear hangers corroded and snapped off (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides p zero 255/35/18 (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass99,452 miles (+3,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    99,452 miles
    Test number
    109515288203
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust pipe hangers broken - exhaust still adequately supported

  18. Pass96,063 miles (+7)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    96,063 miles
    Test number
    176514225001
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounts corroded

  19. Fail96,056 miles (+2,334)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,056 miles
    Test number
    625823225061
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounts corroded

  20. Pass93,722 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    93,722 miles
    Test number
    686384334092
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail93,722 miles (+2,993)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,722 miles
    Test number
    977281034003
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteTyre pressure light on

  22. Pass90,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    90,729 miles
    Test number
    688749623089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail90,728 miles (+3,438)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,728 miles
    Test number
    858769823026
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass87,290 miles (+5,342)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    87,290 miles
    Test number
    527410432008
    • NoteSign of run flat damage on all 4 tyres
    • NoteSrs light on

  25. Pass81,948 miles (+5,876)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    81,948 miles
    Test number
    548787521036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass76,072 miles (+5,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    76,072 miles
    Test number
    162710430019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass70,348 miles (+16,090)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    70,348 miles
    Test number
    712721139021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass54,258 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    54,258 miles
    Test number
    544343738003
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LR05 EDV

Does LR05 EDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 EDV is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 EDV?
The MOT on LR05 EDV is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 EDV done?
LR05 EDV was recorded at 125,581 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 3,910 miles a year.
Has LR05 EDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 EDV has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 EDV 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 LR05 EDV find?
LR05 EDV passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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