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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 2,298 cc

S747 LRKMOT history

S747 LRK is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 136,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2025
Mileage
136,632 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S747 LRK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S747 LRK was last recorded at 136,632 miles on 27 Feb 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,629 miles · 2 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,632 miles
  • 2022 – 126,342 miles
  • 2021 – 110,939 miles
  • 2020 – 105,128 miles
  • 2019 – 99,210 miles
  • 2018 – 97,612 miles
  • 2017 – 95,680 miles
  • 2016 – 93,220 miles
  • 2015 – 89,205 miles
  • 2014 – 84,329 miles
  • 2013 – 82,661 miles
  • 2012 – 81,104 miles
  • 2011 – 78,273 miles
  • 2010 – 74,855 miles
  • 2009 – 70,299 miles
  • 2008 – 64,713 miles
  • 2007 – 58,942 miles
  • 2006 – 56,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,632 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,632 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    136,632 miles
    Test number
    145909385754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail136,629 miles (+10,287)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,629 miles
    Test number
    870698323613
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass126,342 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    126,342 miles
    Test number
    618751791973
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail126,342 miles (+7,693)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,342 miles
    Test number
    210775796053
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass118,649 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    118,649 miles
    Test number
    196284754761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail118,643 miles (+7,704)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,643 miles
    Test number
    541482274940
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass110,939 miles (+5,811)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    110,939 miles
    Test number
    591027714747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass105,128 miles (+5,918)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    105,128 miles
    Test number
    405965958449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,210 miles
    Test number
    905969083494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail99,210 miles (+1,598)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,210 miles
    Test number
    748330433650
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass97,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,612 miles
    Test number
    311886453056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail97,612 miles (+1,932)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,612 miles
    Test number
    593766829362
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  13. Pass95,680 miles (+2,460)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    95,680 miles
    Test number
    269477884908
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass93,220 miles (+4,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    93,220 miles
    Test number
    945896588673
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass89,205 miles (+4,876)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    89,205 miles
    Test number
    447223415242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    84,329 miles
    Test number
    627217504228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail84,329 miles (+1,668)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,329 miles
    Test number
    817997904204
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass82,661 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    82,661 miles
    Test number
    765000623278
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes slightly corroded and hoses slightly perished.

  19. Fail82,661 miles (+1,557)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,661 miles
    Test number
    637000523235
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes slightly corroded and hoses slightly perished.
    • NoteN/s repeater and rear indicator slightly discoloured

  20. Pass81,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    81,104 miles
    Test number
    365488822435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail81,104 miles (+2,831)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,104 miles
    Test number
    649658822222
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass78,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    78,273 miles
    Test number
    597414311203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail78,273 miles (+3,418)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,273 miles
    Test number
    269914811247
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

  24. Pass74,855 miles (+4,556)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    74,855 miles
    Test number
    232830010265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass70,299 miles (+5,586)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    70,299 miles
    Test number
    631705419200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass64,713 miles (+5,771)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    64,713 miles
    Test number
    671188628261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass58,942 miles (+2,405)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    58,942 miles
    Test number
    551234017286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass56,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    56,537 miles
    Test number
    832848026267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S747 LRK

Does S747 LRK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S747 LRK expired on 26 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S747 LRK?
The MOT on S747 LRK expired on 26 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S747 LRK done?
S747 LRK was recorded at 136,632 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2024, an average of 4,568 miles a year.
Has S747 LRK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S747 LRK has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S747 LRK 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 S747 LRK find?
S747 LRK passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2024 with 9 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front inner steering linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 6 more.

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