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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

S5 JTBMOT history

S5 JTB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 19 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 24,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S5 JTB black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
24,353 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 JTB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 JTB was last recorded at 24,353 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 1,055 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,298 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,055 miles
Average per year
1,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 24,353 miles
  • 2025 – 23,298 miles
  • 2024 – 22,843 miles
  • 2023 – 22,725 miles
  • 2022 – 22,408 miles
  • 2021 – 22,029 miles
  • 2020 – 21,485 miles
  • 2019 – 20,966 miles
  • 2018 – 19,761 miles
  • 2017 – 18,481 miles
  • 2016 – 16,904 miles
  • 2015 – 15,561 miles
  • 2014 – 12,664 miles
  • 2013 – 11,170 miles
  • 2012 – 9,680 miles
  • 2011 – 8,583 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,353 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Reg plate deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass24,353 miles (+1,055)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    24,353 miles
    Test number
    954159873298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass23,298 miles (+455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    23,298 miles
    Test number
    172084994116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shocker corroded
  3. Pass22,843 miles (+118)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    22,843 miles
    Test number
    631714121226
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReg plate deteriorated
  4. Pass22,725 miles (+317)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    22,725 miles
    Test number
    627696310367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReg plate deteriorated
  5. Pass22,408 miles (+379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    22,408 miles
    Test number
    127960048047
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryReg plate deteriorated
  6. Pass22,029 miles (+544)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    22,029 miles
    Test number
    755496534659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass21,485 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    21,485 miles
    Test number
    352996709967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in front wheel bearings
  8. Fail21,483 miles (+517)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,483 miles
    Test number
    686057340742
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in front wheel bearings
  9. Pass20,966 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    20,966 miles
    Test number
    884941494867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail20,961 miles (+1,200)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,961 miles
    Test number
    499686462118
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass19,761 miles (+1,280)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    19,761 miles
    Test number
    646491260581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass18,481 miles (+1,577)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    18,481 miles
    Test number
    840935661628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass16,904 miles (+1,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    16,904 miles
    Test number
    555998859421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  14. Pass15,561 miles (+2,897)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    15,561 miles
    Test number
    496911535269
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracked along tread
  15. Pass12,664 miles (+1,494)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    12,664 miles
    Test number
    809699034271
    • NoteFront tyres cracking along tread
  16. Pass11,170 miles (+1,490)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    11,170 miles
    Test number
    479225143238
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteD/side n/side front tyres slightley perished [n tread
  17. Pass9,680 miles (+1,097)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    9,680 miles
    Test number
    938939362057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    8,583 miles
    Test number
    199268891421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 JTB

Does S5 JTB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 JTB is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 JTB?
The MOT on S5 JTB is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 JTB done?
S5 JTB was recorded at 24,353 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 1,019 miles a year.
Has S5 JTB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 JTB has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on S5 JTB 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 S5 JTB find?
S5 JTB passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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