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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

S40 RAYMOT history

S40 RAY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 22 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 103,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

S40 RAY silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
103,300 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,050 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 RAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 RAY was last recorded at 103,300 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 1,904 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,396 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,904 miles
Average per year
4,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,300 miles
  • 2025 – 101,396 miles
  • 2024 – 98,019 miles
  • 2023 – 96,472 miles
  • 2022 – 94,348 miles
  • 2020 – 94,341 miles
  • 2019 – 92,322 miles
  • 2018 – 90,478 miles
  • 2017 – 85,798 miles
  • 2016 – 83,438 miles
  • 2015 – 74,405 miles
  • 2014 – 65,380 miles
  • 2013 – 57,986 miles
  • 2012 – 51,424 miles
  • 2011 – 43,904 miles
  • 2010 – 37,121 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,300 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear tyre nail in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,300 miles (+1,904)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    103,300 miles
    Test number
    631277095136
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass101,396 miles (+3,377)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    101,396 miles
    Test number
    745534943255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass98,019 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    98,019 miles
    Test number
    129437253633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail98,019 miles (+1,547)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,019 miles
    Test number
    401974612448
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass96,472 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    96,472 miles
    Test number
    880065745197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    94,348 miles
    Test number
    544779167446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail94,348 miles (+7)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,348 miles
    Test number
    559789093225
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass94,341 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    94,341 miles
    Test number
    997541113293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail94,332 miles (+2,010)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,332 miles
    Test number
    152962852305
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass92,322 miles (+1,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    92,322 miles
    Test number
    983456887233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass90,478 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    90,478 miles
    Test number
    442398652072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail90,452 miles (+4,654)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,452 miles
    Test number
    180588584704
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass85,798 miles (+2,360)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    85,798 miles
    Test number
    998563442657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,438 miles (+96)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    83,438 miles
    Test number
    515315259253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre nail in tread

  15. Fail83,342 miles (+8,937)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,342 miles
    Test number
    616825465867
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre nail in tread

  16. Pass74,405 miles (+9,025)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,405 miles
    Test number
    118693885089
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipes corroded (REAR SECTION)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre bald on edges (205/55/16)
    • NoteN/s/r foglight not working
    • NoteNail in N/s/r tyre (225/50/16)
    • NoteRear fuel pipe corroded slightly
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass65,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,380 miles
    Test number
    838384064088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,380 miles (+295)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,380 miles
    Test number
    255289754041
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Fail65,085 miles (+7,099)1 dangerous2 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,085 miles
    Test number
    226368844034
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Pass57,986 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,986 miles
    Test number
    229891873016
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail57,986 miles (+52)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,986 miles
    Test number
    549201973079
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail57,934 miles (+6,510)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,934 miles
    Test number
    806053763039
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteA service indicated due in 900 mile
    • NoteSRS light on
    • NoteNearside blinker damaged

  23. Pass51,424 miles (+7,520)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,424 miles
    Test number
    187646562029
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteClutch bite point low
    • NoteOffside front tyre cut in sidewall
    • NoteSrs light on
    • NoteWipers worn

  24. Pass43,904 miles (+6,783)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    43,904 miles
    Test number
    436718861095
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre edge(conti 225/50/16w)
    • NoteSrs lamp on

  25. Pass37,121 miles (+727)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    37,121 miles
    Test number
    561297460008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail36,394 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,394 miles
    Test number
    182780640084
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Questions about S40 RAY

Does S40 RAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 RAY is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 RAY?
The MOT on S40 RAY is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 RAY done?
S40 RAY was recorded at 103,300 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 4,050 miles a year.
Has S40 RAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 RAY has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S40 RAY 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 RAY find?
S40 RAY passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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