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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,298 cc

S3 SLKMOT history

S3 SLK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 15 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 12,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
12,640 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 SLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 SLK was last recorded at 12,640 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
12,260 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
380 miles
Average per year
269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 12,640 miles
  • 2025 – 12,260 miles
  • 2024 – 11,909 miles
  • 2023 – 11,646 miles
  • 2022 – 11,471 miles
  • 2021 – 11,176 miles
  • 2020 – 10,933 miles
  • 2019 – 10,686 miles
  • 2018 – 10,359 miles
  • 2017 – 10,230 miles
  • 2016 – 10,060 miles
  • 2014 – 9,677 miles
  • 2013 – 9,540 miles
  • 2012 – 9,360 miles
  • 2011 – 9,163 miles
  • 2010 – 8,589 miles
  • 2009 – 8,418 miles
  • 2007 – 7,733 miles
  • 2006 – 7,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass12,640 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass12,640 miles (+380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    12,640 miles
    Test number
    528533257475
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass12,260 miles (+351)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    12,260 miles
    Test number
    502426737776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass11,909 miles (+263)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    11,909 miles
    Test number
    852926463289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass11,646 miles (+175)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    11,646 miles
    Test number
    515201883681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass11,471 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    11,471 miles
    Test number
    495614230433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail11,468 miles (+292)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,468 miles
    Test number
    135124721383
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass11,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    11,176 miles
    Test number
    545787961011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail11,176 miles (+243)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,176 miles
    Test number
    883914296376
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass10,933 miles (+247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    10,933 miles
    Test number
    900034612939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass10,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    10,686 miles
    Test number
    969564985375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail10,686 miles (+327)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,686 miles
    Test number
    872762026402
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass10,359 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    10,359 miles
    Test number
    499646033783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass10,230 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    10,230 miles
    Test number
    943563553894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass10,060 miles (+383)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    10,060 miles
    Test number
    102879155080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass9,677 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    9,677 miles
    Test number
    707422434029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass9,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    9,540 miles
    Test number
    465811823077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail9,540 miles (+180)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,540 miles
    Test number
    627751523075
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass9,360 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    9,360 miles
    Test number
    899782812024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass9,163 miles (+574)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    9,163 miles
    Test number
    316202061076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,589 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    8,589 miles
    Test number
    393539110046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass8,418 miles (+685)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    8,418 miles
    Test number
    782067109022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass7,733 miles (+475)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    7,733 miles
    Test number
    540452117025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    7,258 miles
    Test number
    864264616050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 SLK

Does S3 SLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 SLK is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 SLK?
The MOT on S3 SLK is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 SLK done?
S3 SLK was recorded at 12,640 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 269 miles a year.
Has S3 SLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 SLK has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S3 SLK 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 S3 SLK find?
S3 SLK passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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