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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

S40 MHSMOT history

S40 MHS is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 26 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
87,558 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,048 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 MHS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 MHS was last recorded at 87,558 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,549 miles · 9 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,048 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,558 miles
  • 2025 – 85,287 miles
  • 2024 – 85,030 miles
  • 2023 – 83,698 miles
  • 2022 – 82,626 miles
  • 2021 – 79,181 miles
  • 2019 – 77,326 miles
  • 2018 – 70,829 miles
  • 2016 – 69,993 miles
  • 2015 – 66,595 miles
  • 2014 – 62,900 miles
  • 2013 – 59,096 miles
  • 2012 – 56,324 miles
  • 2011 – 53,333 miles
  • 2010 – 46,844 miles
  • 2009 – 43,271 miles
  • 2008 – 38,290 miles
  • 2007 – 29,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,558 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,558 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    87,558 miles
    Test number
    758190451965
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  2. Fail87,549 miles (+2,262)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,549 miles
    Test number
    398010761043
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  3. Pass85,287 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    85,287 miles
    Test number
    226206706461
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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. Fail85,285 miles (+255)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,285 miles
    Test number
    904353018519
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass85,030 miles (+1,332)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    85,030 miles
    Test number
    311970693584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,698 miles (+1,072)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,698 miles
    Test number
    875416833085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,626 miles (+3,445)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    82,626 miles
    Test number
    495799372650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,181 miles (+1,855)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    79,181 miles
    Test number
    528223612692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,326 miles (+6,497)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,326 miles
    Test number
    640139832343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,829 miles (+836)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,829 miles
    Test number
    144413445886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel

  11. Pass69,993 miles (+3,398)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,993 miles
    Test number
    721382431445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,595 miles (+3,695)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,595 miles
    Test number
    718215315218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,900 miles (+3,804)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,900 miles
    Test number
    318969504412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,096 miles (+2,772)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,096 miles
    Test number
    547462993160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,324 miles (+2,991)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,324 miles
    Test number
    899392102205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,333 miles (+6,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    53,333 miles
    Test number
    875250311213
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass46,844 miles (+3,573)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,844 miles
    Test number
    280745790107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,271 miles (+94)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    43,271 miles
    Test number
    970260619246
    • 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)

  19. Fail43,177 miles (+4,887)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,177 miles
    Test number
    604548609293
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  20. Pass38,290 miles (+8,524)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    38,290 miles
    Test number
    352169098104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail29,766 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,766 miles
    Test number
    222387077170
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass29,766 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    29,766 miles
    Test number
    363297377164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S40 MHS

Does S40 MHS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 MHS is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 MHS?
The MOT on S40 MHS is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 MHS done?
S40 MHS was recorded at 87,558 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 3,048 miles a year.
Has S40 MHS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 MHS has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 MHS 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 S40 MHS find?
S40 MHS passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; steering column universal joint has slight wear or play.

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