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Mercedes-Benz SLK

White · Petrol · 1997 · 2,298 cc

S720 SWCMOT history

S720 SWC is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 103,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
103,149 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S720 SWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S720 SWC was last recorded at 103,149 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 61 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,088 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
61 miles
Average per year
2,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,149 miles
  • 2025 – 103,088 miles
  • 2024 – 102,994 miles
  • 2023 – 101,326 miles
  • 2022 – 99,911 miles
  • 2020 – 99,056 miles
  • 2019 – 98,273 miles
  • 2018 – 96,643 miles
  • 2017 – 95,388 miles
  • 2016 – 91,779 miles
  • 2013 – 89,398 miles
  • 2012 – 87,637 miles
  • 2011 – 82,667 miles
  • 2010 – 74,798 miles
  • 2009 – 68,029 miles
  • 2008 – 60,849 miles
  • 2007 – 55,250 miles
  • 2006 – 50,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,149 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front wheel bearing(s) have slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,149 miles (+61)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    103,149 miles
    Test number
    852068677362
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Pass103,088 miles (+94)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    103,088 miles
    Test number
    736268343392
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass102,994 miles (+1,668)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    102,994 miles
    Test number
    727997913947
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass101,326 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    101,326 miles
    Test number
    202182589713
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  5. Fail101,326 miles (+1,415)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,326 miles
    Test number
    860214499838
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  6. Pass99,911 miles (+855)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,911 miles
    Test number
    365145791614
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass99,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    99,056 miles
    Test number
    168799822747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail99,056 miles (+783)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,056 miles
    Test number
    999397204213
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass98,273 miles (+1,630)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,273 miles
    Test number
    481580173515
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Hub rose joint bush lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  10. Pass96,643 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    96,643 miles
    Test number
    526369157325
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing(s) have slight play
    • AdvisoryN/s/r suspension bush has slight play
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroding
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  11. Fail96,643 miles (+1,255)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,643 miles
    Test number
    878195421265
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing(s) have slight play
    • AdvisoryN/s/r suspension bush has slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished/splitting
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroding
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  12. Pass95,388 miles (+3,609)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,388 miles
    Test number
    410580018005
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass91,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,779 miles
    Test number
    245293860537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,779 miles (+2,381)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,779 miles
    Test number
    388148230531
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass89,398 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    89,398 miles
    Test number
    305718653035
    • NoteAccident damage to the rear of the car
    • NoteUnderbody corrosion

  16. Fail89,395 miles (+1,758)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,395 miles
    Test number
    156812553099
    • FailureCentre Steering arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteAccident damage to the rear of the car
    • NoteUnderbody corrosion

  17. Pass87,637 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    87,637 miles
    Test number
    438900312033
    • NoteO/s/r brake pipe cleaned + not replaced

  18. Fail87,628 miles (+4,961)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,628 miles
    Test number
    508954002052
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

  19. Pass82,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,667 miles
    Test number
    188290271006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail82,661 miles (+7,863)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,661 miles
    Test number
    389860471008
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass74,798 miles (+6,769)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    74,798 miles
    Test number
    440607960013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    68,029 miles
    Test number
    472533469090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,025 miles (+7,176)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,025 miles
    Test number
    694283869049
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass60,849 miles (+5,599)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    60,849 miles
    Test number
    550771078097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inside

  25. Pass55,250 miles (+4,662)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    55,250 miles
    Test number
    711565767018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,588 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    50,588 miles
    Test number
    104441166472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S720 SWC

Does S720 SWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S720 SWC is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S720 SWC?
The MOT on S720 SWC is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S720 SWC done?
S720 SWC was recorded at 103,149 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 2,567 miles a year.
Has S720 SWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S720 SWC has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on S720 SWC 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 S720 SWC find?
S720 SWC passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; rear exhaust noisy.

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