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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LR53 BZVMOT history

LR53 BZV is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 28 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 88,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2022
Mileage
88,180 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,770 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 BZV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 BZV was last recorded at 88,180 miles on 27 Oct 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,180 miles · 26 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,770 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 88,180 miles
  • 2020 – 86,354 miles
  • 2019 – 82,504 miles
  • 2018 – 80,066 miles
  • 2017 – 77,091 miles
  • 2016 – 67,031 miles
  • 2015 – 54,735 miles
  • 2014 – 50,895 miles
  • 2013 – 46,887 miles
  • 2012 – 41,400 miles
  • 2011 – 36,750 miles
  • 2010 – 32,410 miles
  • 2009 – 28,399 miles
  • 2008 – 24,282 miles
  • 2007 – 20,429 miles
  • 2006 – 16,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,180 miles
  • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning one bulb not working centre brake light unit (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,180 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,180 miles
    Test number
    386288882472
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning one bulb not working centre brake light unit (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail88,180 miles (+1,826)5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,180 miles
    Test number
    216265985967
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both front white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault ESP light on dash (7.12 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both aims dipping to left (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning one bulb not working centre brake light unit (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass86,354 miles (+3,850)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    729736942986
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.
    • AdvisorySlight play in front shockers.
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen.

  4. Pass82,504 miles (+2,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,504 miles
    Test number
    668691507596
    • AdvisoryUnderbody starting to corrode

  5. Pass80,066 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    80,066 miles
    Test number
    560104684383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    610629289498
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass77,091 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    77,091 miles
    Test number
    618975149156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  8. Fail77,091 miles (+10,060)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,091 miles
    Test number
    221874510004
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  9. Pass67,031 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    67,031 miles
    Test number
    770378964258
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail66,956 miles (+12,221)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,956 miles
    Test number
    265729943964
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear x 2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass54,735 miles (+3,840)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    54,735 miles
    Test number
    938213683469
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded moste (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint o/s & n/s (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass50,895 miles (+4,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    50,895 miles
    Test number
    915931954307
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass46,887 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    46,887 miles
    Test number
    586840443336
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail46,887 miles (+5,487)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,887 miles
    Test number
    577299833357
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass41,400 miles (+4,650)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    41,400 miles
    Test number
    847637542329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,750 miles (+4,340)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    36,750 miles
    Test number
    479389761262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,410 miles (+4,011)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    32,410 miles
    Test number
    672274540289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,399 miles
    Test number
    960464549269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail28,399 miles (+4,117)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,399 miles
    Test number
    994554649234
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass24,282 miles (+3,853)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,282 miles
    Test number
    441577068291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,429 miles (+4,383)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,429 miles
    Test number
    433433567288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,046 miles
    Test number
    520216556233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail16,046 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,046 miles
    Test number
    682505456285
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR53 BZV

Does LR53 BZV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 BZV expired on 11 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 BZV?
The MOT on LR53 BZV expired on 11 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 BZV done?
LR53 BZV was recorded at 88,180 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2021, an average of 4,770 miles a year.
Has LR53 BZV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 BZV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LR53 BZV 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 LR53 BZV find?
LR53 BZV passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2021 with 2 minor defects: stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning one bulb not working centre brake light unit; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a.

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