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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 3,498 cc

LX54 SWVMOT history

LX54 SWV is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 2 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 77,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
77,555 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 SWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
2 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 SWV was last recorded at 77,555 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 756 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,799 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
756 miles
Average per year
2,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,555 miles
  • 2024 – 76,799 miles
  • 2023 – 75,089 miles
  • 2022 – 73,467 miles
  • 2021 – 71,709 miles
  • 2020 – 69,169 miles
  • 2018 – 66,874 miles
  • 2017 – 64,910 miles
  • 2016 – 62,682 miles
  • 2015 – 58,076 miles
  • 2014 – 52,550 miles
  • 2013 – 45,809 miles
  • 2012 – 42,224 miles
  • 2011 – 41,001 miles
  • 2010 – 37,117 miles
  • 2009 – 35,859 miles
  • 2008 – 31,296 miles
  • 2007 – 27,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,555 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement subframe rear bushes perished and subframe and suspension components corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,555 miles (+756)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    77,555 miles
    Test number
    800581653615
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement subframe rear bushes perished and subframe and suspension components corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass76,799 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    76,799 miles
    Test number
    652455167841
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail76,797 miles (+111)1 dangerous2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,797 miles
    Test number
    647680274152
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail76,686 miles (+1,597)2 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,686 miles
    Test number
    796754489089
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Nearside rear floor behind passenger seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass75,089 miles (+1,622)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    75,089 miles
    Test number
    761703840785
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass73,467 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    73,467 miles
    Test number
    910638505517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,709 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    71,709 miles
    Test number
    365112878050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail71,705 miles (+2,536)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,705 miles
    Test number
    854117970246
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass69,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    69,169 miles
    Test number
    869047917449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,169 miles (+2,295)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,169 miles
    Test number
    859905594561
    • MajorExhaust system insecure both rear exhaust bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass66,874 miles (+1,964)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,874 miles
    Test number
    712691536710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,910 miles (+2,228)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,910 miles
    Test number
    820792910644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,682 miles (+4,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    62,682 miles
    Test number
    789094816316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. Pass58,076 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,076 miles
    Test number
    952960979613
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre flat no sign of leak

  15. Fail58,076 miles (+5,526)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,076 miles
    Test number
    379982879123
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket corroded broken (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre flat no sign of leak

  16. Pass52,550 miles (+6,741)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,550 miles
    Test number
    508206024236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    45,809 miles
    Test number
    567675833297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,809 miles (+3,585)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,809 miles
    Test number
    328205133281
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Pass42,224 miles (+1,223)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    42,224 miles
    Test number
    975066022221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,001 miles (+3,884)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    41,001 miles
    Test number
    766156831201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,117 miles (+1,258)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    37,117 miles
    Test number
    862537630202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,859 miles (+4,563)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    35,859 miles
    Test number
    760364169334
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on 2.5 to 3.mm

  23. Pass31,296 miles (+4,114)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    31,296 miles
    Test number
    963518868219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,182 miles
    Test number
    542647877295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 SWV

Does LX54 SWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX54 SWV is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX54 SWV?
The MOT on LX54 SWV is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX54 SWV done?
LX54 SWV was recorded at 77,555 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 2,670 miles a year.
Has LX54 SWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 SWV has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LX54 SWV 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 SWV find?
LX54 SWV passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: central rear stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; rear coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded; rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement subframe rear bushes perished and subframe and suspension components corroded.

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