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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LS54 CEFMOT history

LS54 CEF is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 10 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 129,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2024
Mileage
129,560 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2023
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 CEF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 CEF was last recorded at 129,560 miles on 24 Apr 2023, 8,121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Feb 2009: 17,148 miles, lower than 40,094 miles on 18 Feb 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
121,439 miles · 23 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
8,121 miles
Average per year
5,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,560 miles
  • 2021 – 121,439 miles
  • 2019 – 109,702 miles
  • 2018 – 103,622 miles
  • 2017 – 96,489 miles
  • 2016 – 95,126 miles
  • 2015 – 91,075 miles
  • 2014 – 83,868 miles
  • 2013 – 77,009 miles
  • 2012 – 67,514 miles
  • 2011 – 60,377 miles
  • 2010 – 53,881 miles
  • 2009 – 17,148 miles
  • 2008 – 40,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,560 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • 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))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,560 miles (+8,121)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    129,560 miles
    Test number
    266664897491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass121,439 miles (+1,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    121,439 miles
    Test number
    387772741275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass120,094 miles (+10,392)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,094 miles
    Test number
    931616148681
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass109,702 miles (+6,080)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,702 miles
    Test number
    947391535237
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass103,622 miles (+7,133)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    103,622 miles
    Test number
    962715002307
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass96,489 miles (+1,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    96,489 miles
    Test number
    254478886822
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  7. Pass95,126 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,126 miles
    Test number
    269771370930
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail95,126 miles (+4,051)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,126 miles
    Test number
    203268706530
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail91,075 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,075 miles
    Test number
    866727885120
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass91,075 miles (+2,020)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    91,075 miles
    Test number
    907587885108
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass89,055 miles (+5,187)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    89,055 miles
    Test number
    197888745089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,868 miles (+6,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    83,868 miles
    Test number
    437588354085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  13. Pass77,009 miles (+9,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    77,009 miles
    Test number
    219713553088
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass67,514 miles (+7,137)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    67,514 miles
    Test number
    489411262052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,377 miles (+6,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,377 miles
    Test number
    538512561048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass53,881 miles (+36,733)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    53,881 miles
    Test number
    484885030071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,148 miles (-22,946)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    17,148 miles
    Test number
    434719059051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,094 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    40,094 miles
    Test number
    543409348040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail39,921 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,921 miles
    Test number
    241243748005
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about LS54 CEF

Does LS54 CEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 CEF expired on 23 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 CEF?
The MOT on LS54 CEF expired on 23 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 CEF done?
LS54 CEF was recorded at 129,560 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2023, an average of 5,899 miles a year.
Has LS54 CEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 CEF has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on LS54 CEF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS54 CEF find?
LS54 CEF passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front drag link end ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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