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Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,998 cc

S5 LKUMOT history

S5 LKU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 11 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 92,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

S5 LKU silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 May 2027
Mileage
92,305 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,885 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 LKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 LKU was last recorded at 92,305 miles on 29 May 2026, 1,832 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,473 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,832 miles
Average per year
3,885 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,305 miles
  • 2025 – 90,473 miles
  • 2024 – 88,181 miles
  • 2023 – 86,798 miles
  • 2021 – 83,426 miles
  • 2020 – 80,559 miles
  • 2019 – 76,800 miles
  • 2018 – 74,014 miles
  • 2017 – 67,569 miles
  • 2016 – 60,743 miles
  • 2015 – 58,131 miles
  • 2014 – 56,270 miles
  • 2013 – 53,975 miles
  • 2012 – 49,066 miles
  • 2011 – 44,363 miles
  • 2010 – 37,727 miles
  • 2009 – 27,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,305 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged weak vison lens (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAdvise limited inspection plastic covers all areas

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Advise limited inspection plastic covers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,305 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2027
    Odometer
    92,305 miles
    Test number
    745938760861
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged weak vison lens (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise limited inspection plastic covers all areas

  2. Fail92,305 miles (+1,832)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,305 miles
    Test number
    774680656489
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged weak vison lens (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise limited inspection plastic covers all areas

  3. Pass90,473 miles (+2,292)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    90,473 miles
    Test number
    387108480142
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged weak (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass88,181 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    88,181 miles
    Test number
    914964820111
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise limited inspection to sill/floor frame areas plastic covers

  5. Fail88,163 miles (+1,365)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,163 miles
    Test number
    224919714232
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLTD inspection to sills / floors engine and front frame covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear parkiung brake low peformance needs repoair or adjustment

  6. Pass86,798 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    86,798 miles
    Test number
    848479822196
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear parking brake performance only just met requirements and grinding noise

  7. Fail86,797 miles (+3,371)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,797 miles
    Test number
    786043558527
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear parking brake performance only just met requirements and grinding noise

  8. Pass83,426 miles (+161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    83,426 miles
    Test number
    560292163503
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise limited inspection plastic covers

  9. Fail83,265 miles (+2,706)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,265 miles
    Test number
    829323366181
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main back to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main back to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure os,ns clap joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases os,ns (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise limited inspection plastic covers

  10. Pass80,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,559 miles
    Test number
    766012721396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail80,559 miles (+3,759)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,559 miles
    Test number
    409413218165
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass76,800 miles (+2,786)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,800 miles
    Test number
    171878237626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,014 miles (+6,445)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    74,014 miles
    Test number
    883540760072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,569 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,569 miles
    Test number
    472238241760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,552 miles (+6,809)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,552 miles
    Test number
    378221325146
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass60,743 miles (+2,612)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    60,743 miles
    Test number
    338586187775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,131 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    58,131 miles
    Test number
    549561495026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    56,270 miles
    Test number
    628867084047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,270 miles (+2,295)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,270 miles
    Test number
    669137984029
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass53,975 miles (+4,909)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,975 miles
    Test number
    179783193453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,066 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    49,066 miles
    Test number
    339021052427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,363 miles (+6,636)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    44,363 miles
    Test number
    506174641244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,727 miles (+10,568)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    37,727 miles
    Test number
    121997460272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,159 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,159 miles
    Test number
    624083839249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S5 LKU

Does S5 LKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 LKU is valid until 30 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 LKU?
The MOT on S5 LKU is valid until 30 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 LKU done?
S5 LKU was recorded at 92,305 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 3,885 miles a year.
Has S5 LKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 LKU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 LKU 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 LKU find?
S5 LKU passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged weak vison lens; advise limited inspection plastic covers all areas.

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