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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

R121 JOCMOT history

R121 JOC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 69,562 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
69,562 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R121 JOC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R121 JOC was last recorded at 69,562 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 538 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Mar 2008: 31,333 miles, lower than 60,127 miles on 26 Mar 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
69,024 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
538 miles
Average per year
2,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,562 miles
  • 2025 – 69,024 miles
  • 2024 – 68,438 miles
  • 2023 – 67,586 miles
  • 2022 – 65,917 miles
  • 2021 – 64,408 miles
  • 2020 – 63,461 miles
  • 2019 – 62,387 miles
  • 2018 – 61,145 miles
  • 2017 – 59,042 miles
  • 2016 – 57,207 miles
  • 2015 – 54,886 miles
  • 2014 – 53,604 miles
  • 2013 – 46,880 miles
  • 2012 – 34,353 miles
  • 2011 – 33,818 miles
  • 2010 – 32,998 miles
  • 2009 – 32,567 miles
  • 2008 – 31,333 miles
  • 2007 – 60,127 miles
  • 2006 – 27,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,562 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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, 205/55r16 91w

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50r16 96w

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • All direction indicators slightly discoloured Not including side repeaters

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,562 miles (+538)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    69,562 miles
    Test number
    630437924277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass69,024 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    69,024 miles
    Test number
    815169128650
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, 205/55r16 91w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp inop
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50r16 96w (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail69,024 miles (+586)3 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,024 miles
    Test number
    848010248379
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured Not including side repeaters (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, 205/55r16 91w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp inop
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50r16 96w (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass68,438 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    68,438 miles
    Test number
    869047995836
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured Not including side repeaters (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, 205/55r16 91w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light inop
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50r16 96w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Valve stem slightly damaged Both (5.2.3 (j))

  5. Fail68,438 miles (+852)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,438 miles
    Test number
    344265407485
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured All other than osf side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, 205/55r16 91w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light inop
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50r16 96w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Valve stem slightly damaged Both (5.2.3 (j))

  6. Pass67,586 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    67,586 miles
    Test number
    688519278008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail67,586 miles (+1,669)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,586 miles
    Test number
    722088958575
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass65,917 miles (+1,509)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    65,917 miles
    Test number
    582513811970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,408 miles (+947)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    64,408 miles
    Test number
    384979523615
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass63,461 miles (+1,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    63,461 miles
    Test number
    454539890120
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass62,387 miles (+1,242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,387 miles
    Test number
    350533222339
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass61,145 miles (+2,103)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,145 miles
    Test number
    366679362222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation on the inside of lamp (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass59,042 miles (+1,835)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    59,042 miles
    Test number
    120435229147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,207 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,207 miles
    Test number
    217450169296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,886 miles (+1,282)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    54,886 miles
    Test number
    228014885071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,604 miles (+6,724)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    53,604 miles
    Test number
    449701174069
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteChip on screen

  17. Pass46,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,880 miles
    Test number
    447395983000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,880 miles (+12,527)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,880 miles
    Test number
    676435183047
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass34,353 miles (+535)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,353 miles
    Test number
    997659262036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,818 miles (+820)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,818 miles
    Test number
    457851181059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,998 miles (+431)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,998 miles
    Test number
    683242280076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,567 miles (+1,234)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,567 miles
    Test number
    492739089081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,333 miles (-28,794)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    31,333 miles
    Test number
    460576888093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,127 miles (+32,457)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    60,127 miles
    Test number
    190525387086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,670 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,670 miles
    Test number
    642719086078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about R121 JOC

Does R121 JOC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R121 JOC is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on R121 JOC?
The MOT on R121 JOC is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R121 JOC done?
R121 JOC was recorded at 69,562 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 2,058 miles a year.
Has R121 JOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R121 JOC has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on R121 JOC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Mar 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R121 JOC find?
R121 JOC passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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