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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LX55 AXAMOT history

LX55 AXA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 28 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

LX55 AXA silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
97,862 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 AXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 AXA was last recorded at 97,862 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Sept 2009: 24,686 miles, lower than 36,894 miles on 29 Aug 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
97,860 miles · 1 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,862 miles
  • 2025 – 96,947 miles
  • 2024 – 94,501 miles
  • 2023 – 92,359 miles
  • 2022 – 90,250 miles
  • 2021 – 87,044 miles
  • 2020 – 86,699 miles
  • 2019 – 82,304 miles
  • 2018 – 77,690 miles
  • 2017 – 72,143 miles
  • 2016 – 65,986 miles
  • 2014 – 60,219 miles
  • 2013 – 52,920 miles
  • 2011 – 38,680 miles
  • 2010 – 31,261 miles
  • 2009 – 24,686 miles
  • 2008 – 36,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,862 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,862 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    97,862 miles
    Test number
    911615081637
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail97,860 miles (+913)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,860 miles
    Test number
    350285269282
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass96,947 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    96,947 miles
    Test number
    416876605784
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Both sides (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail96,932 miles (+15)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,932 miles
    Test number
    640251514657
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective both mounting brackets corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail96,917 miles (+2,416)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,917 miles
    Test number
    384969092374
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In general (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass94,501 miles (+2,142)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    94,501 miles
    Test number
    901169907248
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust hanger bracket defective (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,359 miles (+2,109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,359 miles
    Test number
    228130837026
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame repaired & heavily undersealed

  8. Pass90,250 miles (+3,206)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,250 miles
    Test number
    855768322596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,044 miles (+345)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    87,044 miles
    Test number
    581166927755
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFresh underseal to rear subframe

  10. Pass86,699 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    86,699 miles
    Test number
    939883313393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail86,608 miles (+110)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,608 miles
    Test number
    355741145276
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Fail86,498 miles (+4,194)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,498 miles
    Test number
    832150841358
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass82,304 miles (+4,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,304 miles
    Test number
    643656238623
    • 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))

  14. Pass77,690 miles (+5,547)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,690 miles
    Test number
    821320887108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass72,143 miles (+6,157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    72,143 miles
    Test number
    514068153366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass65,986 miles (+5,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    65,986 miles
    Test number
    442703469100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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. Pass60,219 miles (+2,439)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    60,219 miles
    Test number
    479963984249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass57,780 miles (+4,860)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    57,780 miles
    Test number
    585544264027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    52,920 miles
    Test number
    115048023266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail52,889 miles (+14,209)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,889 miles
    Test number
    338428623250
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail38,680 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,680 miles
    Test number
    809491121393
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass38,680 miles (+7,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    38,680 miles
    Test number
    967431121372
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass31,261 miles (+6,575)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    31,261 miles
    Test number
    671895370266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,686 miles (-12,208)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    24,686 miles
    Test number
    381634559411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,894 miles
    Test number
    930352048259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 AXA

Does LX55 AXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 AXA is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 AXA?
The MOT on LX55 AXA is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 AXA done?
LX55 AXA was recorded at 97,862 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 3,370 miles a year.
Has LX55 AXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 AXA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LX55 AXA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Sept 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX55 AXA find?
LX55 AXA passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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