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Mercedes-Benz SLK

White · Petrol · 1998 · 2,295 cc

S57 TVWMOT history

S57 TVW is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 147,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
147,037 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S57 TVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S57 TVW was last recorded at 147,037 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,037 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,037 miles
  • 2025 – 147,037 miles
  • 2023 – 147,037 miles
  • 2022 – 146,081 miles
  • 2021 – 145,242 miles
  • 2020 – 145,171 miles
  • 2019 – 144,109 miles
  • 2017 – 144,003 miles
  • 2016 – 141,081 miles
  • 2015 – 136,543 miles
  • 2014 – 132,966 miles
  • 2013 – 128,740 miles
  • 2012 – 123,985 miles
  • 2011 – 119,812 miles
  • 2010 – 115,654 miles
  • 2009 – 111,332 miles
  • 2008 – 107,185 miles
  • 2007 – 98,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,037 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front bonnet stay faulty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,037 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    147,037 miles
    Test number
    110956092227
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail147,037 miles1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,037 miles
    Test number
    373075404955
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail147,037 miles1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,037 miles
    Test number
    903947242505
    • DangerousOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected corrosion hole at front mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of subframe mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass147,037 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    147,037 miles
    Test number
    135105526091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bonnet stay faulty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray loose

  5. Fail147,036 miles (+955)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,036 miles
    Test number
    130187979975
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bonnet stay faulty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray loose

  6. Pass146,081 miles (+839)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    146,081 miles
    Test number
    222521212104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass145,242 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    145,242 miles
    Test number
    679206460808
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail145,242 miles (+71)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,242 miles
    Test number
    291887506680
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass145,171 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    145,171 miles
    Test number
    625871141432
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail145,171 miles (+1,062)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,171 miles
    Test number
    401591111324
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass144,109 miles (+106)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    144,109 miles
    Test number
    915417272534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass144,003 miles (+2,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    144,003 miles
    Test number
    107894516245
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play o/s & n/s centre (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass141,081 miles (+4,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    141,081 miles
    Test number
    362795328441
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass136,543 miles (+3,577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    136,543 miles
    Test number
    137586115223
    • AdvisoryNearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass132,966 miles (+4,226)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    132,966 miles
    Test number
    999153334202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass128,740 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    128,740 miles
    Test number
    998388423202
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail128,740 miles (+4,755)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,740 miles
    Test number
    519928123288
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass123,985 miles (+4,173)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    123,985 miles
    Test number
    316310432498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass119,812 miles (+4,158)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    119,812 miles
    Test number
    217652921294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass115,654 miles (+4,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    115,654 miles
    Test number
    400482620233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass111,332 miles (+4,147)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    111,332 miles
    Test number
    254780039266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass107,185 miles (+8,242)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    107,185 miles
    Test number
    143705428257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass98,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    98,943 miles
    Test number
    344471447473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S57 TVW

Does S57 TVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S57 TVW is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S57 TVW?
The MOT on S57 TVW is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S57 TVW done?
S57 TVW was recorded at 147,037 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 2,589 miles a year.
Has S57 TVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S57 TVW has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S57 TVW 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 S57 TVW find?
S57 TVW passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; nearside rear subframe mounting repair covered in underseal; offside rear subframe mounting repair covered in underseal, and 1 more.

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