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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,298 cc

S5 SSCMOT history

S5 SSC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 121,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
121,930 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 SSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 SSC was last recorded at 121,930 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 509 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,421 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
509 miles
Average per year
2,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,930 miles
  • 2025 – 121,421 miles
  • 2024 – 120,879 miles
  • 2023 – 120,355 miles
  • 2022 – 119,772 miles
  • 2021 – 118,350 miles
  • 2020 – 116,642 miles
  • 2013 – 116,021 miles
  • 2012 – 109,424 miles
  • 2011 – 101,027 miles
  • 2010 – 94,806 miles
  • 2009 – 89,132 miles
  • 2008 – 82,507 miles
  • 2007 – 75,211 miles
  • 2006 – 68,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,930 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.

  • Slight General Corrosion On Suspension Components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass121,930 miles (+509)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    121,930 miles
    Test number
    857456780525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass121,421 miles (+542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    121,421 miles
    Test number
    803466787571
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass120,879 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    120,879 miles
    Test number
    252479951895
    • AdvisoryBrake 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))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail120,879 miles (+524)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,879 miles
    Test number
    219039588995
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake 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))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass120,355 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    120,355 miles
    Test number
    669472289195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail120,341 miles (+569)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,341 miles
    Test number
    676365558649
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault also bas stability control and asr throttle position warning lamps on (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBonnet telescopic damper us
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Pass119,772 miles (+1,422)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    119,772 miles
    Test number
    613013931823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
    • AdvisorySlight General Corrosion On Suspension Components

  8. Pass118,350 miles (+1,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    118,350 miles
    Test number
    417334156240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight General Corrosion On Suspension Components

  9. Pass116,642 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    116,642 miles
    Test number
    214014015822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff Slightly Covered In Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight General Corrosion On Suspension Components

  10. Fail116,642 miles (+621)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,642 miles
    Test number
    855809318858
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff Slightly Covered In Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight General Corrosion On Suspension Components

  11. Pass116,021 miles (+6,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    116,021 miles
    Test number
    145224293183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass109,424 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    109,424 miles
    Test number
    495281992153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail109,424 miles (+8,397)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,424 miles
    Test number
    896291792135
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass101,027 miles (+6,221)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    101,027 miles
    Test number
    788113601230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass94,806 miles (+5,674)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    94,806 miles
    Test number
    210083390442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,132 miles (+6,625)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    89,132 miles
    Test number
    391129809268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,507 miles (+7,296)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    82,507 miles
    Test number
    400222198138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,211 miles (+6,567)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    75,211 miles
    Test number
    610857407286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    68,644 miles
    Test number
    524657006209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 SSC

Does S5 SSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 SSC is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 SSC?
The MOT on S5 SSC is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 SSC done?
S5 SSC was recorded at 121,930 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 2,644 miles a year.
Has S5 SSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 SSC has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S5 SSC 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 SSC find?
S5 SSC passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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