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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,300 cc

S48 SLKMOT history

S48 SLK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 9 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 May 2027
Mileage
105,310 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,608 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S48 SLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,300 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S48 SLK was last recorded at 105,310 miles on 7 May 2026, 595 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,715 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
595 miles
Average per year
2,608 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,310 miles
  • 2025 – 104,715 miles
  • 2024 – 104,099 miles
  • 2022 – 103,709 miles
  • 2021 – 102,638 miles
  • 2020 – 102,042 miles
  • 2019 – 101,519 miles
  • 2018 – 100,915 miles
  • 2017 – 100,250 miles
  • 2016 – 99,467 miles
  • 2015 – 98,786 miles
  • 2014 – 98,171 miles
  • 2013 – 97,310 miles
  • 2012 – 92,994 miles
  • 2011 – 88,562 miles
  • 2010 – 83,490 miles
  • 2009 – 79,268 miles
  • 2008 – 76,213 miles
  • 2006 – 52,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,310 miles
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both frosted (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,310 miles (+595)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2027
    Odometer
    105,310 miles
    Test number
    653930997566
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both frosted (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass104,715 miles (+616)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    104,715 miles
    Test number
    463001788539
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath

  3. Pass104,099 miles (+390)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    104,099 miles
    Test number
    727751059199
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass103,709 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    103,709 miles
    Test number
    497314017460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail103,704 miles (+1,066)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,704 miles
    Test number
    491815552103
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass102,638 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    102,638 miles
    Test number
    131741776818
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front pipe mount broken off (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail102,637 miles (+595)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,637 miles
    Test number
    137981733938
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect condensation (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front pipe mount broken off (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass102,042 miles (+523)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    102,042 miles
    Test number
    723239236265
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to battery tray and chassis
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty and heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass101,519 miles (+604)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,519 miles
    Test number
    896767797411
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPropshaft centre mount deteriorated

  10. Pass100,915 miles (+665)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    100,915 miles
    Test number
    696473902925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre propshaft mount worn
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  11. Pass100,250 miles (+783)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    100,250 miles
    Test number
    753033313479
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s steering arm inner joint

  12. Pass99,467 miles (+681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    99,467 miles
    Test number
    846728026265
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer corroded/deteriorated

  13. Pass98,786 miles (+615)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    98,786 miles
    Test number
    564349940312
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket broken but system still supported
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  14. Pass98,171 miles (+861)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    98,171 miles
    Test number
    269495244399
    • NoteExhaust bracket broken but system is supported
    • NoteExhaust system corroded/deteriorated

  15. Pass97,310 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    97,310 miles
    Test number
    287166043386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuggest tracking checked after steering joints have been replaced
    • NoteWear o/s and n/s track rod inner joints, front exhaust bracket and centre exhaust box in poor condition,o/s door mirror glass in poor condition

  16. Fail97,310 miles (+4,316)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,310 miles
    Test number
    105215143378
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuggest tracking checked after steering joints have been replaced
    • NoteWear o/s and n/s track rod inner joints, front exhaust bracket and centre exhaust box in poor condition,o/s door mirror glass in poor condition

  17. Pass92,994 miles (+4,432)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,994 miles
    Test number
    689329842315
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing bit low inner edge[suggest tracking checked],centre exhaust poor condition,front exhaust braket corroded off pipe

  18. Pass88,562 miles (+134)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    88,562 miles
    Test number
    588240451366
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Fail88,428 miles (+4,938)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,428 miles
    Test number
    237309431354
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass83,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    83,490 miles
    Test number
    182437340330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,490 miles (+4,222)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,490 miles
    Test number
    103524540358
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass79,268 miles (+3,055)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    79,268 miles
    Test number
    510870039346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass76,213 miles (+3,771)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    76,213 miles
    Test number
    124393538372
    • NoteNoise on o/s/r hand brake

  24. Pass72,442 miles (+19,773)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    72,442 miles
    Test number
    890139358086
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteWiper blades showing deterioration

  25. Pass52,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    52,669 miles
    Test number
    524930566080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail52,669 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,669 miles
    Test number
    384830266073
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in stearing

Questions about S48 SLK

Does S48 SLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S48 SLK is valid until 9 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S48 SLK?
The MOT on S48 SLK is valid until 9 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S48 SLK done?
S48 SLK was recorded at 105,310 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 2,608 miles a year.
Has S48 SLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S48 SLK has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on S48 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 S48 SLK find?
S48 SLK passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front wheel bearing has slight play both; front suspension components corroded, and 4 more.

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