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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LX54 SWUMOT history

LX54 SWU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 13 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 77,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
77,144 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,024 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 SWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
13 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 SWU was last recorded at 77,144 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 1,548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,596 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,548 miles
Average per year
3,024 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,144 miles
  • 2025 – 75,596 miles
  • 2024 – 74,202 miles
  • 2023 – 74,197 miles
  • 2022 – 72,781 miles
  • 2021 – 71,120 miles
  • 2020 – 70,187 miles
  • 2019 – 68,413 miles
  • 2018 – 64,512 miles
  • 2017 – 61,943 miles
  • 2016 – 58,745 miles
  • 2015 – 55,789 miles
  • 2014 – 52,966 miles
  • 2013 – 49,553 miles
  • 2012 – 43,648 miles
  • 2011 – 39,858 miles
  • 2010 – 36,382 miles
  • 2009 – 31,433 miles
  • 2008 – 25,644 miles
  • 2007 – 21,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,144 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,144 miles (+1,548)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    77,144 miles
    Test number
    563853425579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass75,596 miles (+1,394)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    75,596 miles
    Test number
    712023217551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,202 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,202 miles
    Test number
    136348427671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail74,197 miles (+1,416)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,197 miles
    Test number
    859373581902
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass72,781 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    72,781 miles
    Test number
    779431818244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail72,781 miles (+1,661)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,781 miles
    Test number
    374206571308
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass71,120 miles (+931)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    71,120 miles
    Test number
    285959802099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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 Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass70,189 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    70,189 miles
    Test number
    462247598898
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective Off side (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail70,187 miles (+1,774)2 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,187 miles
    Test number
    977218824983
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass68,413 miles (+3,901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,413 miles
    Test number
    233551419784
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass64,512 miles (+2,569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    64,512 miles
    Test number
    793747369164
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass61,943 miles (+3,198)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    61,943 miles
    Test number
    541929284769
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated at time of test
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass58,745 miles (+2,956)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,745 miles
    Test number
    856282218145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,789 miles (+2,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,789 miles
    Test number
    300952566075
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on
    • AdvisoryEML light on

  15. Pass52,966 miles (+3,413)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    52,966 miles
    Test number
    826860194246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEML illuminated
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDash indicates brake system problem but no warning light on at time of test.

  16. Pass49,553 miles (+5,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,553 miles
    Test number
    489537473224
    • 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. Pass43,648 miles (+3,790)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    43,648 miles
    Test number
    848101772297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,858 miles (+3,476)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,858 miles
    Test number
    397339771241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,382 miles (+4,949)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    36,382 miles
    Test number
    482774760212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,433 miles (+5,789)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,433 miles
    Test number
    790892659285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,644 miles (+3,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,644 miles
    Test number
    262652968235
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass21,688 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,688 miles
    Test number
    554425457294
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX54 SWU

Does LX54 SWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX54 SWU is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX54 SWU?
The MOT on LX54 SWU is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX54 SWU done?
LX54 SWU was recorded at 77,144 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 3,024 miles a year.
Has LX54 SWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 SWU has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LX54 SWU 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 LX54 SWU find?
LX54 SWU passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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