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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,295 cc

S111 GEBMOT history

S111 GEB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 117,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2023
Mileage
117,202 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2022
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,250 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S111 GEB
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
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S111 GEB was last recorded at 117,202 miles on 23 Nov 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,201 miles · 14 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,250 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 117,202 miles
  • 2021 – 115,475 miles
  • 2020 – 113,698 miles
  • 2019 – 112,335 miles
  • 2018 – 109,335 miles
  • 2017 – 106,189 miles
  • 2016 – 102,345 miles
  • 2015 – 93,567 miles
  • 2014 – 86,930 miles
  • 2013 – 77,501 miles
  • 2012 – 68,336 miles
  • 2011 – 60,127 miles
  • 2009 – 45,321 miles
  • 2007 – 37,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,202 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is close to tread wear indicator and worn on inner edgeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBad oil leak from rear DIFRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCorrosion across front axle and suspension componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCorrosion across rear axle and suspension componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipes corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear diff leaking oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and worn on the edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,202 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    117,202 miles
    Test number
    683474877712
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is close to tread wear indicator and worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryBad oil leak from rear DIF
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across front axle and suspension components
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across rear axle and suspension components
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipes corroded
  2. Fail117,201 miles (+1,726)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,201 miles
    Test number
    292978487930
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring mounting cup (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is close to tread wear indicator and worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryBad oil leak from rear DIF
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across front axle and suspension components
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across rear axle and suspension components
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipes corroded
  3. Pass115,475 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,475 miles
    Test number
    611498199158
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and worn on the edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension arms bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryAll front ball joints gaiters deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on all rear suspension arms and rear axle
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
  4. Fail115,468 miles (+1,770)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,468 miles
    Test number
    392121444934
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both side (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and worn on the edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension arms bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryAll front ball joints gaiters deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on all rear suspension arms and rear axle
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
  5. Pass113,698 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    113,698 miles
    Test number
    893069560534
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on all front and rear suspension
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff
    • AdvisoryWhite furring on fuel and brake pipes
  6. Fail113,692 miles (+1,357)1 dangerous9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,692 miles
    Test number
    149072540280
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure nail in tyre c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on all front and rear suspension
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff
    • AdvisoryWhite furring on fuel and brake pipes
  7. Pass112,335 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    112,335 miles
    Test number
    547116446534
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shockers badly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight aim has poor pattern
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across front axle and suspension arms
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across rear axle and suspension arms
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front coil springs cups
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipes badly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil
  8. Fail112,332 miles (+2,997)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,332 miles
    Test number
    384811510069
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shockers badly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight aim has poor pattern
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across front axle and suspension arms
    • AdvisoryCorrosion across rear axle and suspension arms
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipes badly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil
  9. Pass109,335 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    109,335 miles
    Test number
    469425761501
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryAll stabiliser bars are corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on all front and rear suspension arms, coil spring and axle
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil
  10. Fail109,325 miles (+3,136)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,325 miles
    Test number
    920349240315
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryAll stabiliser bars are corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on all front and rear suspension arms, coil spring and axle
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil
  11. Pass106,189 miles (+32)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    106,189 miles
    Test number
    612703938249
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both side rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear back box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil
    • AdvisoryWhite furring on brake and fuel pipes
  12. Fail106,157 miles (+3,812)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,157 miles
    Test number
    576067795963
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported centre section (7.1.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low both side (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both side rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear back box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil
    • AdvisoryWhite furring on brake and fuel pipes
  13. Pass102,345 miles (+142)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    102,345 miles
    Test number
    762791356293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  14. Fail102,203 miles (+8,636)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,203 miles
    Test number
    307894854787
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  15. Pass93,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    93,567 miles
    Test number
    739496172879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail93,567 miles (+6,637)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,567 miles
    Test number
    665653385313
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  17. Pass86,930 miles (+9,429)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    86,930 miles
    Test number
    728564074254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,501 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,501 miles
    Test number
    316421963258
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Fail77,501 miles (+9,165)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,501 miles
    Test number
    245731963295
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  20. Pass68,336 miles (+8,209)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    68,336 miles
    Test number
    529267742112
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass60,127 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    60,127 miles
    Test number
    275681001176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail60,119 miles (+14,798)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,119 miles
    Test number
    755840391051
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
  23. Pass45,321 miles (+2,351)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    45,321 miles
    Test number
    511200959314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    42,970 miles
    Test number
    581931849071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail42,970 miles (+5,013)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,970 miles
    Test number
    683054829012
    • FailureDirection indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  26. Pass37,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    37,957 miles
    Test number
    970024697288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail37,957 miles8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,957 miles
    Test number
    602793897294
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S111 GEB

Does S111 GEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S111 GEB expired on 22 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S111 GEB?
The MOT on S111 GEB expired on 22 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S111 GEB done?
S111 GEB was recorded at 117,202 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2022, an average of 5,250 miles a year.
Has S111 GEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S111 GEB has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S111 GEB 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 S111 GEB find?
S111 GEB passed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2022 with 9 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front drag link end ball joint has slight play; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 6 more.

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