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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,295 cc

LX52 MROMOT history

LX52 MRO is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 5 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 141,006 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2024
Mileage
141,006 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 MRO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 MRO was last recorded at 141,006 miles on 8 Aug 2023, 648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,358 miles · 29 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
648 miles
Average per year
4,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 141,006 miles
  • 2022 – 140,358 miles
  • 2021 – 139,448 miles
  • 2019 – 124,649 miles
  • 2018 – 108,757 miles
  • 2017 – 102,920 miles
  • 2016 – 97,742 miles
  • 2015 – 91,844 miles
  • 2014 – 85,882 miles
  • 2013 – 80,686 miles
  • 2012 – 76,172 miles
  • 2011 – 73,623 miles
  • 2009 – 73,578 miles
  • 2007 – 68,906 miles
  • 2006 – 55,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,006 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front pipe bracket corroded off (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wishbone area of chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wishbone area of chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear rubbing noise from hub/disc area upon wheel rotation
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside lower than offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe corroded on all seams and welds and all suspension arm mounting brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake stiff to apply
  • AdvisoryNoise from auxilliary belt area when running

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,006 miles (+648)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    141,006 miles
    Test number
    545778568717
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front pipe bracket corroded off (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wishbone area of chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wishbone area of chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rubbing noise from hub/disc area upon wheel rotation
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside lower than offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe corroded on all seams and welds and all suspension arm mounting brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake stiff to apply
    • AdvisoryNoise from auxilliary belt area when running

  2. Pass140,358 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    140,358 miles
    Test number
    701779701906
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Fail140,358 miles (+910)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,358 miles
    Test number
    518267761256
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass139,448 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    139,448 miles
    Test number
    839224981453
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail139,448 miles (+14,799)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,448 miles
    Test number
    592872439171
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass124,649 miles (+15,892)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    124,649 miles
    Test number
    189336925774
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  7. Pass108,757 miles (+271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    108,757 miles
    Test number
    437161632366
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail108,486 miles (+5,566)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,486 miles
    Test number
    431728161124
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass102,920 miles (+5,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    102,920 miles
    Test number
    121804716543
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass97,742 miles (+5,898)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,742 miles
    Test number
    140274360386
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass91,844 miles (+24)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    91,844 miles
    Test number
    295880155113
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBonnet support not working
    • NoteEngine managment light on

  12. Fail91,820 miles (+5,938)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,820 miles
    Test number
    875069845125
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBonnet support not working
    • NoteEngine managment light on

  13. Pass85,882 miles (+5,196)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    85,882 miles
    Test number
    997274954134
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBonnet stay not working

  14. Pass80,686 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    80,686 miles
    Test number
    766601663177
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail80,686 miles (+4,514)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,686 miles
    Test number
    296341563492
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass76,172 miles (+2,549)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    76,172 miles
    Test number
    486523662156
    • NoteBONNET PROP INOPP

  17. Pass73,623 miles (+45)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    73,623 miles
    Test number
    876924651185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s and n/s wiper worn
    • NotePoor beam pattern

  18. Pass73,578 miles (+1)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    73,578 miles
    Test number
    321139009235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBonnet releas lever broken
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroding
    • NotePower steering pipes damp
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSrs light on

  19. Fail73,577 miles (+4,671)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,577 miles
    Test number
    864674609284
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBonnet releas lever broken
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroding
    • NotePower steering pipes damp
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSrs light on

  20. Pass68,906 miles (+13,742)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    68,906 miles
    Test number
    304925897009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    55,164 miles
    Test number
    191704446431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 MRO

Does LX52 MRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 MRO expired on 7 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 MRO?
The MOT on LX52 MRO expired on 7 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 MRO done?
LX52 MRO was recorded at 141,006 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2023, an average of 4,911 miles a year.
Has LX52 MRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 MRO has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LX52 MRO 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 LX52 MRO find?
LX52 MRO passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust mounting defective front pipe bracket corroded off; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 10 more.

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