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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 3,199 cc

S18 MLWMOT history

S18 MLW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 51,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
51,990 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 MLW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 MLW was last recorded at 51,990 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,220 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
770 miles
Average per year
1,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,990 miles
  • 2025 – 51,220 miles
  • 2024 – 50,287 miles
  • 2023 – 49,403 miles
  • 2022 – 48,244 miles
  • 2021 – 47,448 miles
  • 2020 – 46,436 miles
  • 2019 – 45,122 miles
  • 2018 – 44,433 miles
  • 2017 – 43,746 miles
  • 2016 – 42,020 miles
  • 2015 – 41,633 miles
  • 2014 – 39,147 miles
  • 2013 – 38,046 miles
  • 2012 – 35,499 miles
  • 2011 – 32,304 miles
  • 2010 – 30,209 miles
  • 2009 – 28,748 miles
  • 2008 – 27,086 miles
  • 2007 – 25,741 miles
  • 2006 – 23,058 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,990 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan, close to jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,990 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    51,990 miles
    Test number
    874170943645
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan, close to jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail51,990 miles (+770)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,990 miles
    Test number
    188855782554
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan, close to jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass51,220 miles (+933)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    51,220 miles
    Test number
    642779555389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass50,287 miles (+884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    50,287 miles
    Test number
    689596715279
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass49,403 miles (+1,159)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    49,403 miles
    Test number
    292186388926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,244 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    48,244 miles
    Test number
    808791995314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail48,244 miles (+796)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,244 miles
    Test number
    850489454391
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass47,448 miles (+1,012)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    47,448 miles
    Test number
    911027301349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass46,436 miles (+1,314)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    46,436 miles
    Test number
    664679457000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,122 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    45,122 miles
    Test number
    869204929579
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  11. Fail45,122 miles (+689)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,122 miles
    Test number
    485059167942
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall 225\50\16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  12. Pass44,433 miles (+687)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    44,433 miles
    Test number
    857347179203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,746 miles (+1,726)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    43,746 miles
    Test number
    748230551353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,020 miles (+387)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    42,020 miles
    Test number
    896439173097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,633 miles (+2,486)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    41,633 miles
    Test number
    399800493092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,147 miles (+1,101)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    39,147 miles
    Test number
    737408264243
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass38,046 miles (+2,547)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    38,046 miles
    Test number
    415778963202
    • NoteN/s headlamp damp
    • NoteN/s/r tyre splitting on outer wall

  18. Pass35,499 miles (+3,195)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    35,499 miles
    Test number
    997613782291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,304 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    32,304 miles
    Test number
    686331691265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,291 miles (+2,082)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,291 miles
    Test number
    149056781249
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake disc's slightly worn and corroded

  21. Pass30,209 miles (+1,461)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    30,209 miles
    Test number
    622118760296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,748 miles (+1,662)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    28,748 miles
    Test number
    583332589280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,086 miles (+1,345)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    27,086 miles
    Test number
    440596278289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,741 miles (+2,683)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    25,741 miles
    Test number
    140055787261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,058 miles
    Test number
    672329586200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 MLW

Does S18 MLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 MLW is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 MLW?
The MOT on S18 MLW is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 MLW done?
S18 MLW was recorded at 51,990 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 1,458 miles a year.
Has S18 MLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 MLW has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 MLW 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 MLW find?
S18 MLW passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear lower integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan, close to jacking point; oil leak, but not excessive.

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