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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 3,498 cc

LR05 TFVMOT history

LR05 TFV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 15 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 102,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2024.

LR05 TFV silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2023
Mileage
102,294 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2024
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 TFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR05 TFV was last recorded at 102,294 miles on 19 Jan 2024, 1,297 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,997 miles · 4 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
1,297 miles
Average per year
5,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,294 miles
  • 2022 – 100,997 miles
  • 2021 – 97,231 miles
  • 2019 – 94,162 miles
  • 2018 – 90,678 miles
  • 2017 – 81,099 miles
  • 2016 – 72,937 miles
  • 2015 – 60,832 miles
  • 2014 – 56,902 miles
  • 2013 – 51,572 miles
  • 2012 – 46,293 miles
  • 2011 – 31,743 miles
  • 2010 – 27,029 miles
  • 2009 – 22,883 miles
  • 2008 – 17,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail102,294 miles
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lengthways.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail102,294 miles (+1,297)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,294 miles
    Test number
    279956672489
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass100,997 miles (+40)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    100,997 miles
    Test number
    791637343843
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lengthways. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, across subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail100,957 miles (+3,726)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,957 miles
    Test number
    936782052415
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lengthways. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides, across subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass97,231 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    97,231 miles
    Test number
    408088710457
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounts and joints corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail97,231 miles (+3,069)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,231 miles
    Test number
    539077043660
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounts and joints corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass94,162 miles (+3,484)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,162 miles
    Test number
    857104391044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion to faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass90,678 miles (+9,579)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    90,678 miles
    Test number
    427794180006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,099 miles (+8,162)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    81,099 miles
    Test number
    787819858153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,937 miles (+12,105)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    72,937 miles
    Test number
    473933890842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,832 miles (+3,930)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,832 miles
    Test number
    758843485042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,902 miles (+5,330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    56,902 miles
    Test number
    215290694006
    • 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)
  12. Pass51,572 miles (+5,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,572 miles
    Test number
    827231083071
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass46,293 miles (+14,550)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    46,293 miles
    Test number
    167076192403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass31,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,743 miles
    Test number
    188085591056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail31,743 miles (+4,714)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,743 miles
    Test number
    119745091016
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass27,029 miles (+4,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,029 miles
    Test number
    713788780025
    • 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)
  17. Pass22,883 miles (+5,815)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    22,883 miles
    Test number
    194078479050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,068 miles
    Test number
    852955878030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 TFV

Does LR05 TFV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 TFV expired on 3 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 TFV?
The MOT on LR05 TFV expired on 3 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 TFV done?
LR05 TFV was recorded at 102,294 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2024, an average of 5,378 miles a year.
Has LR05 TFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 TFV has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 TFV 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 TFV find?
LR05 TFV failed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2024 with 1 major defect and 8 advisories: supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault; eml light on; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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