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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,295 cc

S16 KMMMOT history

S16 KMM is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 103,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2025
Mileage
103,494 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 KMM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

S16 KMM was last recorded at 103,494 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 10,968 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,526 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,968 miles
Average per year
4,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,494 miles
  • 2024 – 92,526 miles
  • 2023 – 83,766 miles
  • 2022 – 73,940 miles
  • 2021 – 68,472 miles
  • 2020 – 66,584 miles
  • 2019 – 65,628 miles
  • 2018 – 65,270 miles
  • 2016 – 65,202 miles
  • 2015 – 60,052 miles
  • 2014 – 58,257 miles
  • 2013 – 55,943 miles
  • 2012 – 54,775 miles
  • 2011 – 51,164 miles
  • 2010 – 47,242 miles
  • 2009 – 45,107 miles
  • 2008 – 41,096 miles
  • 2007 – 33,172 miles
  • 2006 – 25,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,494 miles
  • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt tracking arm CHALKED (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened All over (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill / wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill / wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (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.

  • Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,494 miles (+10,968)1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,494 miles
    Test number
    163494563890
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt tracking arm CHALKED (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened All over (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill / wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill / wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass92,526 miles (+223)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    92,526 miles
    Test number
    223537651954
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail92,303 miles (+8,537)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,303 miles
    Test number
    189547563237
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass83,766 miles (+234)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    83,766 miles
    Test number
    543934160173
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail83,532 miles (+9,592)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,532 miles
    Test number
    113622453207
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass73,940 miles (+5,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,940 miles
    Test number
    499562645798
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass68,472 miles (+1,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    68,472 miles
    Test number
    154744229910
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure

  8. Pass66,584 miles (+956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    66,584 miles
    Test number
    124487268709
    • AdvisorySteering damper leaking

  9. Pass65,628 miles (+358)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,628 miles
    Test number
    304930278279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,270 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,270 miles
    Test number
    572726892723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,264 miles (+62)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,264 miles
    Test number
    355793923572
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  12. Pass65,202 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,202 miles
    Test number
    555421512567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,193 miles (+5,141)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,193 miles
    Test number
    798382647051
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass60,052 miles (+1,795)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    60,052 miles
    Test number
    803065233785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,257 miles (+2,314)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,257 miles
    Test number
    848576644255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,943 miles (+1)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    55,943 miles
    Test number
    315943033494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail55,942 miles (+1,167)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,942 miles
    Test number
    968372433210
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass54,775 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    54,775 miles
    Test number
    675231102292
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail54,774 miles (+3,610)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,774 miles
    Test number
    535451502259
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass51,164 miles (+3,922)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,164 miles
    Test number
    277932151407
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  21. Pass47,242 miles (+2,135)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,242 miles
    Test number
    814861740151
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteWarning light on dash (water level ?)

  22. Pass45,107 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    45,107 miles
    Test number
    332916549110
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine has slight oil leak.

  23. Fail45,106 miles (+4,010)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,106 miles
    Test number
    131125149139
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine has slight oil leak.

  24. Pass41,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    41,096 miles
    Test number
    961505958163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail41,096 miles (+7,924)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,096 miles
    Test number
    310925058111
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass33,172 miles (+7,876)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    33,172 miles
    Test number
    341445157150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    25,296 miles
    Test number
    613149996112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 KMM

Does S16 KMM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S16 KMM expired on 4 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S16 KMM?
The MOT on S16 KMM expired on 4 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S16 KMM done?
S16 KMM was recorded at 103,494 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 4,035 miles a year.
Has S16 KMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 KMM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S16 KMM 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 S16 KMM find?
S16 KMM failed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 1 major defect and 13 advisories: nearside steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt tracking arm chalked; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box heavily corroded; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all over, and 11 more.

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