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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

S28 TBFMOT history

S28 TBF is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 22 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S28 TBF blue Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
122,012 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 TBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 TBF was last recorded at 122,012 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,012 miles · 28 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,012 miles
  • 2025 – 114,360 miles
  • 2024 – 107,383 miles
  • 2023 – 100,715 miles
  • 2022 – 93,979 miles
  • 2021 – 86,654 miles
  • 2020 – 81,057 miles
  • 2019 – 73,540 miles
  • 2018 – 67,420 miles
  • 2017 – 59,354 miles
  • 2016 – 51,299 miles
  • 2015 – 43,449 miles
  • 2014 – 35,559 miles
  • 2013 – 27,110 miles
  • 2012 – 22,934 miles
  • 2011 – 19,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,012 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,012 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    122,012 miles
    Test number
    453160622830
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail122,012 miles (+7,652)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,012 miles
    Test number
    221702702379
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass114,360 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    114,360 miles
    Test number
    743684509785
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail114,360 miles (+6,977)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,360 miles
    Test number
    999407559159
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass107,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    107,383 miles
    Test number
    854995896414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail107,383 miles (+6,668)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,383 miles
    Test number
    949117830615
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass100,715 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    100,715 miles
    Test number
    912981803889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail100,712 miles (+6,733)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,712 miles
    Test number
    601743808995
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass93,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    93,979 miles
    Test number
    780724933917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,979 miles (+7,325)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,979 miles
    Test number
    340988387444
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  11. Pass86,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,654 miles
    Test number
    695045359741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail86,654 miles (+5,597)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,654 miles
    Test number
    935802883112
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  13. Pass81,057 miles (+7,517)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,057 miles
    Test number
    464308350902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,540 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,540 miles
    Test number
    619108764172
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  15. Fail73,540 miles (+6,120)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,540 miles
    Test number
    654044486559
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  16. Pass67,420 miles (+8,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    67,420 miles
    Test number
    528717189581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  17. Pass59,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    59,354 miles
    Test number
    627430994246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,354 miles (+8,055)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,354 miles
    Test number
    497766645448
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint lower rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint lower rear (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass51,299 miles (+7,850)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,299 miles
    Test number
    418997050843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,449 miles (+7,890)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    43,449 miles
    Test number
    160511010991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,559 miles (+4,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    35,559 miles
    Test number
    619321854379
    • 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)
  22. Pass31,008 miles (+3,898)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    31,008 miles
    Test number
    178552924098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,110 miles (+4,176)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    27,110 miles
    Test number
    275644223001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,934 miles (+3,836)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    22,934 miles
    Test number
    868904252055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass19,098 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    19,098 miles
    Test number
    635004151090
    • NoteUnable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Questions about S28 TBF

Does S28 TBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 TBF is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S28 TBF?
The MOT on S28 TBF is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 TBF done?
S28 TBF was recorded at 122,012 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 6,598 miles a year.
Has S28 TBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 TBF has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S28 TBF 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 S28 TBF find?
S28 TBF passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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