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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

R5 LRLMOT history

R5 LRL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 23 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 98,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
98,118 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R5 LRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R5 LRL was last recorded at 98,118 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,127 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
991 miles
Average per year
3,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,118 miles
  • 2025 – 97,127 miles
  • 2024 – 96,078 miles
  • 2023 – 95,387 miles
  • 2022 – 93,602 miles
  • 2021 – 92,577 miles
  • 2020 – 91,736 miles
  • 2019 – 89,336 miles
  • 2018 – 86,054 miles
  • 2017 – 82,138 miles
  • 2016 – 77,920 miles
  • 2015 – 72,565 miles
  • 2014 – 68,349 miles
  • 2013 – 64,923 miles
  • 2012 – 61,234 miles
  • 2011 – 54,468 miles
  • 2010 – 47,045 miles
  • 2009 – 40,758 miles
  • 2008 – 34,863 miles
  • 2007 – 28,749 miles
  • 2006 – 22,879 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,118 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses cloudy
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension arms corroded

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Age related corrosion to underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,118 miles (+991)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    98,118 miles
    Test number
    871891782739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses cloudy
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension arms corroded

  2. Pass97,127 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    97,127 miles
    Test number
    965026072047
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail97,127 miles (+1,049)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,127 miles
    Test number
    745800433158
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass96,078 miles (+691)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    96,078 miles
    Test number
    528548794820
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass95,387 miles (+1,785)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    95,387 miles
    Test number
    285208755736
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass93,602 miles (+1,025)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    93,602 miles
    Test number
    347201591497
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion to underside of vehicle

  7. Pass92,577 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    92,577 miles
    Test number
    371660400128
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded/deteriorated

  8. Fail92,577 miles (+841)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,577 miles
    Test number
    440240952327
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded/deteriorated

  9. Pass91,736 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,736 miles
    Test number
    915293431308
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake lines (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  10. Fail91,736 miles (+2,400)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,736 miles
    Test number
    446890558881
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake lines (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  11. Pass89,336 miles (+3,282)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,336 miles
    Test number
    212985613249
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass86,054 miles (+3,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    86,054 miles
    Test number
    168820880384
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass82,138 miles (+4,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,138 miles
    Test number
    586375218027
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket breaking away

  14. Pass77,920 miles (+5,355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,920 miles
    Test number
    865425746203
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass72,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    72,565 miles
    Test number
    268928365409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,565 miles (+4,216)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,565 miles
    Test number
    717748265160
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testFront coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass68,349 miles (+3,426)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    68,349 miles
    Test number
    267063754134
    • NoteN/s/f tyre starting to wear on edges

  18. Pass64,923 miles (+3,689)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    64,923 miles
    Test number
    685339963130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,234 miles (+6,766)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,234 miles
    Test number
    128691552197
    • NotePlay inner rack

  20. Pass54,468 miles (+7,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,468 miles
    Test number
    587045271151
    • 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)

  21. Pass47,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,045 miles
    Test number
    320174370166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,045 miles (+6,287)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,045 miles
    Test number
    194903970192
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass40,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,758 miles
    Test number
    470833079159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail40,758 miles (+5,895)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,758 miles
    Test number
    350163779168
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass34,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    34,863 miles
    Test number
    592595478105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail34,863 miles (+6,114)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,863 miles
    Test number
    363005678176
    • DangerousCentre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass28,749 miles (+5,870)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,749 miles
    Test number
    783917677164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass22,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    22,879 miles
    Test number
    251849876466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R5 LRL

Does R5 LRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R5 LRL is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on R5 LRL?
The MOT on R5 LRL is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R5 LRL done?
R5 LRL was recorded at 98,118 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 3,753 miles a year.
Has R5 LRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R5 LRL has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on R5 LRL 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 R5 LRL find?
R5 LRL passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 12 advisories: nearside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front inner steering linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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