Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,998 cc

RHK 565MOT history

RHK 565 is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 17 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 148,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

RHK 565 red Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Slk, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
148,632 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,790 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for RHK 565 in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
RHK 565
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RHK 565 was last recorded at 148,632 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 136 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,496 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
136 miles
Average per year
8,790 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,632 miles
  • 2024 – 148,496 miles
  • 2023 – 144,947 miles
  • 2022 – 140,772 miles
  • 2019 – 131,965 miles
  • 2018 – 114,718 miles
  • 2017 – 98,675 miles
  • 2016 – 83,542 miles
  • 2015 – 70,949 miles
  • 2014 – 55,907 miles
  • 2013 – 42,324 miles
  • 2012 – 26,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,632 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,632 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    148,632 miles
    Test number
    803252207445
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

  2. Fail148,632 miles (+136)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,632 miles
    Test number
    706513594718
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

  3. Pass148,496 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    148,496 miles
    Test number
    742507993798
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail148,496 miles (+69)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,496 miles
    Test number
    637198425278
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail148,427 miles (+3,480)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,427 miles
    Test number
    776227213667
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension top (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass144,947 miles (+4,175)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    144,947 miles
    Test number
    262114292775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass140,772 miles (+772)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    140,772 miles
    Test number
    848293198239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass140,000 miles (+8,035)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    140,000 miles
    Test number
    828432157565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    131,965 miles
    Test number
    488640161101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail131,965 miles (+17,247)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,965 miles
    Test number
    431075159915
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass114,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    114,718 miles
    Test number
    931864012521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,718 miles (+16,043)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,718 miles
    Test number
    830099189869
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 across body (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass98,675 miles (+15,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,675 miles
    Test number
    624558046905
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass83,542 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,542 miles
    Test number
    353018882653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,541 miles (+12,592)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,541 miles
    Test number
    266409817872
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  16. Pass70,949 miles (+15,042)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    70,949 miles
    Test number
    417516105114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass55,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,907 miles
    Test number
    656035204173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,906 miles (+13,582)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,906 miles
    Test number
    545735704105
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass42,324 miles (+15,678)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,324 miles
    Test number
    157327703131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    26,646 miles
    Test number
    497023802119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RHK 565

What vehicle is registration RHK 565 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RHK 565 on a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 17 Apr 2009. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RHK 565 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RHK 565 is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on RHK 565?
The MOT on RHK 565 is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RHK 565 done?
RHK 565 was recorded at 148,632 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 8,790 miles a year.
Has RHK 565 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RHK 565 has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on RHK 565 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 RHK 565 find?
RHK 565 passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all RH registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.