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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

LR55 KUXMOT history

LR55 KUX is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 27 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 145,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

LR55 KUX black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
145,212 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,844 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 KUX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 KUX was last recorded at 145,212 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 8,324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,888 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,324 miles
Average per year
5,844 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,212 miles
  • 2025 – 136,888 miles
  • 2023 – 118,731 miles
  • 2022 – 104,166 miles
  • 2021 – 102,780 miles
  • 2020 – 100,445 miles
  • 2019 – 97,189 miles
  • 2018 – 93,911 miles
  • 2017 – 91,188 miles
  • 2016 – 88,458 miles
  • 2015 – 81,693 miles
  • 2014 – 73,470 miles
  • 2013 – 69,098 miles
  • 2012 – 66,685 miles
  • 2011 – 60,749 miles
  • 2010 – 56,488 miles
  • 2009 – 52,838 miles
  • 2008 – 43,556 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,212 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,212 miles (+8,324)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    145,212 miles
    Test number
    739629183109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass136,888 miles (+288)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    136,888 miles
    Test number
    241907235274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail136,600 miles (+17,869)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,600 miles
    Test number
    577267185086
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass118,731 miles (+14,565)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    118,731 miles
    Test number
    308442025679
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass104,166 miles (+1,386)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    104,166 miles
    Test number
    247248210943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass102,780 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    102,780 miles
    Test number
    769032042403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail102,764 miles (+2,319)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,764 miles
    Test number
    998502251009
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass100,445 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    100,445 miles
    Test number
    639640418531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass97,189 miles (+3,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,189 miles
    Test number
    643620454420
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass93,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    93,911 miles
    Test number
    493219410944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail93,911 miles (+2,723)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,911 miles
    Test number
    621012177139
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass91,188 miles (+2,730)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    91,188 miles
    Test number
    382127046559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,458 miles (+6,765)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    88,458 miles
    Test number
    494703464157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,693 miles (+8,223)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    81,693 miles
    Test number
    247920525189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,470 miles (+1,002)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    73,470 miles
    Test number
    125510444165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inside edge

  16. Fail72,468 miles (+3,370)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,468 miles
    Test number
    199296424121
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inside edge

  17. Pass69,098 miles (+2,413)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    69,098 miles
    Test number
    175640523182
    • NoteBrake fluid low
    • NoteRear brake pads low
    • NoteRear tyres worn inner edges

  18. Pass66,685 miles (+5,936)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    66,685 miles
    Test number
    226686942474
    • NoteRear exhaust mount corroded

  19. Pass60,749 miles (+4,261)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    60,749 miles
    Test number
    316255821162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    56,488 miles
    Test number
    503671140137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,488 miles (+3,650)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,488 miles
    Test number
    502751040130
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass52,838 miles (+9,282)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    52,838 miles
    Test number
    864419289254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    43,556 miles
    Test number
    151961298253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 KUX

Does LR55 KUX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 KUX is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 KUX?
The MOT on LR55 KUX is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 KUX done?
LR55 KUX was recorded at 145,212 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 5,844 miles a year.
Has LR55 KUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 KUX has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 KUX 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 LR55 KUX find?
LR55 KUX passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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