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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,597 cc

S20 DNAMOT history

S20 DNA is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 23 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 34 MOT tests, with 162,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

S20 DNA black Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Clk, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
162,200 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
18 passed · 16 failed
Per year
7,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 DNA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 DNA was last recorded at 162,200 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,196 miles · 2 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,200 miles
  • 2025 – 155,036 miles
  • 2024 – 148,275 miles
  • 2023 – 143,472 miles
  • 2022 – 137,135 miles
  • 2021 – 132,110 miles
  • 2019 – 127,674 miles
  • 2018 – 115,736 miles
  • 2017 – 104,546 miles
  • 2016 – 91,007 miles
  • 2015 – 83,897 miles
  • 2014 – 78,201 miles
  • 2013 – 68,147 miles
  • 2012 – 61,750 miles
  • 2010 – 48,791 miles
  • 2009 – 43,378 miles
  • 2008 – 35,906 miles
  • 2007 – 23,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,200 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

34 tests since 17 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,200 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    162,200 miles
    Test number
    271804671994
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail162,196 miles (+7,160)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,196 miles
    Test number
    802601729928
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass155,036 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    155,036 miles
    Test number
    184283473691
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail155,036 miles (+6,761)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,036 miles
    Test number
    328628945678
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass148,275 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    148,275 miles
    Test number
    363110113261
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail148,275 miles (+4,803)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,275 miles
    Test number
    667277595330
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass143,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    143,472 miles
    Test number
    937600802003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail143,472 miles (+6,337)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,472 miles
    Test number
    824825835515
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass137,135 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    137,135 miles
    Test number
    371107327610
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail137,135 miles (+5,025)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,135 miles
    Test number
    387060846192
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass132,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    132,110 miles
    Test number
    985714142595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail132,110 miles (+4,436)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,110 miles
    Test number
    870142415804
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass127,674 miles (+110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    127,674 miles
    Test number
    223419159862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail127,564 miles (+292)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,564 miles
    Test number
    390698847871
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail127,272 miles (+11,536)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,272 miles
    Test number
    840894930360
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass115,736 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    115,736 miles
    Test number
    781743938785
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear road spring broken on lower tail end,spring securely seated
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  17. Fail115,720 miles (+11,174)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,720 miles
    Test number
    175342591636
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear road spring broken on lower tail end,spring securely seated
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair efficiency 58% (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front exhaust mounting insecure

  18. Pass104,546 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,546 miles
    Test number
    143760806953
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front cut in outside side wall

  19. Fail104,542 miles (+13,535)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,542 miles
    Test number
    503338923329
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass91,007 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    91,007 miles
    Test number
    817063964909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail91,007 miles (+7,110)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,007 miles
    Test number
    221802905580
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass83,897 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    83,897 miles
    Test number
    997144205258
    • NoteNearside front tyre crackeing

  23. Fail83,897 miles (+5,696)1 dangerous4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,897 miles
    Test number
    636664005226
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre crackeing

  24. Pass78,201 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    78,201 miles
    Test number
    347050634217
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on 2.5mm.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on 3mm.
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox sump.

  25. Fail78,201 miles (+10,054)1 dangerous7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,201 miles
    Test number
    268977224270
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on 2.5mm.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on 3mm.
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox sump.

  26. Pass68,147 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,147 miles
    Test number
    357099873135
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges.
    • NoteFront wipers just starting to smear on windscreen.
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox sump.
    • NoteRear window tint bubbling on screen.

  27. Fail68,147 miles (+6,397)7 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,147 miles
    Test number
    325808673154
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges.
    • NoteFront wipers just starting to smear on windscreen.
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox sump.
    • NoteRear window tint bubbling on screen.

  28. Pass61,750 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    61,750 miles
    Test number
    105312532198
    • 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)

  29. Fail61,748 miles (+12,957)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,748 miles
    Test number
    336951332159
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)

  30. Pass48,791 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,791 miles
    Test number
    983498230284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Fail48,785 miles (+5,407)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,785 miles
    Test number
    143932030267
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass43,378 miles (+7,472)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    43,378 miles
    Test number
    430612439288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass35,906 miles (+12,476)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    35,906 miles
    Test number
    961181398220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass23,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    23,430 miles
    Test number
    863940097297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S20 DNA

Does S20 DNA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S20 DNA is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S20 DNA?
The MOT on S20 DNA is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S20 DNA done?
S20 DNA was recorded at 162,200 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 7,616 miles a year.
Has S20 DNA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 DNA has failed 16 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S20 DNA 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 S20 DNA find?
S20 DNA passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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