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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,295 cc

P186 VGSMOT history

P186 VGS is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 2 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2020 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 197,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2020
Mileage
197,117 mi
At MOT on 9 Aug 2023
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,513 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P186 VGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
2 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2020
Latest MOT test
9 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

P186 VGS was last recorded at 197,117 miles on 9 Aug 2023, 8,334 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,783 miles · 23 Sept 2019
Between the last two tests
8,334 miles
Average per year
7,513 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 197,117 miles
  • 2019 – 188,783 miles
  • 2018 – 171,458 miles
  • 2014 – 155,976 miles
  • 2013 – 139,740 miles
  • 2012 – 126,000 miles
  • 2011 – 113,564 miles
  • 2010 – 103,171 miles
  • 2009 – 94,851 miles
  • 2008 – 85,955 miles
  • 2007 – 77,554 miles
  • 2006 – 68,112 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail197,117 miles
  • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail197,117 miles (+8,334)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,117 miles
    Test number
    198128984684
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass188,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    188,783 miles
    Test number
    709921101835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail188,783 miles (+17,325)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,783 miles
    Test number
    615297642859
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass171,458 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    171,458 miles
    Test number
    529846762081
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail171,455 miles (+15,479)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,455 miles
    Test number
    165829103021
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working staying on (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail155,976 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,976 miles
    Test number
    196475724375
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on inner edge almost through too rienforcement advise change.

  7. Pass155,976 miles (+16,236)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    155,976 miles
    Test number
    868985424303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on inner edge almost through too rienforcement advise change.

  8. Pass139,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    139,740 miles
    Test number
    228828393180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail139,740 miles (+13,740)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,740 miles
    Test number
    517848793181
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass126,000 miles (+12,436)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    126,000 miles
    Test number
    797732502246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass113,564 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    113,564 miles
    Test number
    367440561181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail113,564 miles (+10,393)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,564 miles
    Test number
    346940361198
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass103,171 miles (+8,320)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    103,171 miles
    Test number
    923402150198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/s & o/s front brake discs worn

  14. Pass94,851 miles (+8,896)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    94,851 miles
    Test number
    573563259142
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s & o/s front tyres worn on edges

  15. Pass85,955 miles (+8,401)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    85,955 miles
    Test number
    470773968140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s & o/s rear metal brake pipes corroded

  16. Pass77,554 miles (+9,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    77,554 miles
    Test number
    253954567156
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass68,112 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    68,112 miles
    Test number
    294768356112
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P186 VGS

Does P186 VGS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P186 VGS expired on 22 Sept 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P186 VGS?
The MOT on P186 VGS expired on 22 Sept 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P186 VGS done?
P186 VGS was recorded at 197,117 miles at its MOT on 9 Aug 2023, an average of 7,513 miles a year.
Has P186 VGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P186 VGS has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on P186 VGS 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 P186 VGS find?
P186 VGS failed its latest MOT on 9 Aug 2023 with 8 major defects and 7 advisories: hazard warning lamps inoperative; horn not working; nearside front headlamp aim too low, and 12 more.

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