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Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

S18 LJEMOT history

S18 LJE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 91,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

S18 LJE silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
91,584 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,024 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 LJE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 LJE was last recorded at 91,584 miles on 16 May 2026, 2,831 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,753 miles · 17 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,831 miles
Average per year
4,024 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,584 miles
  • 2025 – 88,753 miles
  • 2024 – 86,504 miles
  • 2022 – 86,242 miles
  • 2021 – 85,459 miles
  • 2020 – 85,203 miles
  • 2019 – 84,511 miles
  • 2017 – 83,322 miles
  • 2016 – 79,898 miles
  • 2015 – 72,365 miles
  • 2014 – 64,579 miles
  • 2013 – 56,179 miles
  • 2012 – 48,314 miles
  • 2011 – 42,144 miles
  • 2010 – 33,909 miles
  • 2009 – 24,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,584 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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,584 miles (+2,831)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    91,584 miles
    Test number
    725312705732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,753 miles (+2,249)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    88,753 miles
    Test number
    450890847827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass86,504 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    86,504 miles
    Test number
    677344562886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,242 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    86,242 miles
    Test number
    411708797352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail86,240 miles (+781)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,240 miles
    Test number
    972422422730
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass85,459 miles (+256)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,459 miles
    Test number
    652376725674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,203 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,203 miles
    Test number
    703475100667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail85,197 miles (+686)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,197 miles
    Test number
    999042195226
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm of the two (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass84,511 miles (+1,189)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    84,511 miles
    Test number
    543492702921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,322 miles (+3,424)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    83,322 miles
    Test number
    248922373460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    79,898 miles
    Test number
    567429363892
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail79,898 miles (+7,533)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,898 miles
    Test number
    311984177225
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass72,365 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,365 miles
    Test number
    909735707649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,324 miles (+7,745)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,324 miles
    Test number
    367052473834
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  15. Pass64,579 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,579 miles
    Test number
    808412754270
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  16. Fail64,569 miles (+8,390)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,569 miles
    Test number
    468669544224
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Pass56,179 miles (+7,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    56,179 miles
    Test number
    566159753285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass48,314 miles (+6,170)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    48,314 miles
    Test number
    656634952257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    42,144 miles
    Test number
    388429751292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,144 miles (+8,235)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,144 miles
    Test number
    365498451438
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass33,909 miles (+9,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,909 miles
    Test number
    314659940274
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass24,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    24,540 miles
    Test number
    801759259273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 LJE

Does S18 LJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 LJE is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 LJE?
The MOT on S18 LJE is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 LJE done?
S18 LJE was recorded at 91,584 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 4,024 miles a year.
Has S18 LJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 LJE has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S18 LJE 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 S18 LJE find?
S18 LJE passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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