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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 3,498 cc

S6 XLKMOT history

S6 XLK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 28 Apr 2006. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 111,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

S6 XLK silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Slk, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2026
Mileage
111,013 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,188 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 XLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S6 XLK was last recorded at 111,013 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,067 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
946 miles
Average per year
5,188 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,013 miles
  • 2025 – 110,067 miles
  • 2023 – 109,273 miles
  • 2022 – 106,779 miles
  • 2021 – 101,001 miles
  • 2020 – 93,628 miles
  • 2019 – 91,202 miles
  • 2018 – 87,620 miles
  • 2017 – 84,717 miles
  • 2016 – 77,576 miles
  • 2015 – 70,861 miles
  • 2014 – 64,667 miles
  • 2013 – 54,330 miles
  • 2012 – 45,241 miles
  • 2011 – 37,906 miles
  • 2010 – 29,960 miles
  • 2009 – 22,556 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail111,013 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail111,013 miles (+946)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,013 miles
    Test number
    689663996477
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass110,067 miles (+794)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    110,067 miles
    Test number
    257176528540
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r handbrake performance low

  3. Pass109,273 miles (+2,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    109,273 miles
    Test number
    743585547284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake performance low on n/s/r

  4. Pass106,779 miles (+5,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    106,779 miles
    Test number
    348323168286
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass101,001 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,001 miles
    Test number
    612340359591
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail101,000 miles (+7,372)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,000 miles
    Test number
    678659955101
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass93,628 miles (+8)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    93,628 miles
    Test number
    790498020533
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail93,620 miles (+163)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,620 miles
    Test number
    748941239522
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Fail93,457 miles (+2,255)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,457 miles
    Test number
    149950285621
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps deteriorated

  10. Pass91,202 miles (+3,582)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,202 miles
    Test number
    974449181676
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass87,620 miles (+2,903)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,620 miles
    Test number
    184852837800
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel has been welded

  12. Pass84,717 miles (+1,647)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    84,717 miles
    Test number
    529486251060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,070 miles (+5,494)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    83,070 miles
    Test number
    561696562516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,576 miles (+6,715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,576 miles
    Test number
    162695271755
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertray's fitted

  15. Pass70,861 miles (+32)7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    70,861 miles
    Test number
    438097375022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteEngine / component covers obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust system hangers corroded and broken but adequately supported at time of inspection
    • NoteUnder-trays / heat sheilds obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrosion to underbody components

  16. Fail70,829 miles (+6,162)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,829 miles
    Test number
    746455165063
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass64,667 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    64,667 miles
    Test number
    786365884081
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail64,667 miles (+10,337)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,667 miles
    Test number
    948315184010
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass54,330 miles (+9,089)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,330 miles
    Test number
    275914783064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,241 miles (+7,335)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,241 miles
    Test number
    558466272010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,906 miles (+7,946)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,906 miles
    Test number
    229547871014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,960 miles
    Test number
    671458670037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,960 miles (+7,404)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,960 miles
    Test number
    960818070083
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass22,556 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    22,556 miles
    Test number
    703336189040
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about S6 XLK

Does S6 XLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S6 XLK expired on 30 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S6 XLK?
The MOT on S6 XLK expired on 30 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S6 XLK done?
S6 XLK was recorded at 111,013 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 5,188 miles a year.
Has S6 XLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 XLK has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S6 XLK 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 S6 XLK find?
S6 XLK failed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front headlamp lens seriously defective; nearside rear parking brake inoperative on one side, and 7 more.

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