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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,298 cc

S748 LRKMOT history

S748 LRK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 113,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
113,591 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S748 LRK
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
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S748 LRK was last recorded at 113,591 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 5,312 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,279 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,312 miles
Average per year
4,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,591 miles
  • 2024 – 108,279 miles
  • 2023 – 103,761 miles
  • 2022 – 100,327 miles
  • 2021 – 96,275 miles
  • 2020 – 93,847 miles
  • 2019 – 90,811 miles
  • 2018 – 85,024 miles
  • 2017 – 75,983 miles
  • 2016 – 70,435 miles
  • 2015 – 63,394 miles
  • 2014 – 56,029 miles
  • 2013 – 50,514 miles
  • 2012 – 40,613 miles
  • 2011 – 39,446 miles
  • 2010 – 38,378 miles
  • 2009 – 37,146 miles
  • 2008 – 34,087 miles
  • 2007 – 31,033 miles
  • 2006 – 29,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,591 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output X2 (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering joints, slightly play
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • All shock absorber casings corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Under trays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front shock absorber casings corroding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear shock absorber casings corroding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,591 miles (+5,312)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    113,591 miles
    Test number
    608120147760
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output X2 (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering joints, slightly play
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass108,279 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    108,279 miles
    Test number
    268980820113
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber casings corroded

  3. Fail108,274 miles (+4,513)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,274 miles
    Test number
    838621773863
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer brake pad wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber casings corroded

  4. Pass103,761 miles (+120)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    103,761 miles
    Test number
    483268630602
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryBonnet stay weak
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear subframe and all rear suspension arms

  5. Fail103,641 miles (+3,314)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,641 miles
    Test number
    178714640259
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryBonnet stay weak
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear subframe and all rear suspension arms

  6. Pass100,327 miles (+4,052)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,327 miles
    Test number
    873991115259
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all rear suspension arms
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear sub frame
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  7. Pass96,275 miles (+2,428)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,275 miles
    Test number
    584489704140
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear subframe

  8. Pass93,847 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    93,847 miles
    Test number
    399578755059
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber casings corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber casings corroding
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside suspension and brake components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  9. Fail93,847 miles (+3,036)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,847 miles
    Test number
    124304690296
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber casings corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber casings corroding
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside suspension and brake components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  10. Pass90,811 miles (+5,787)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,811 miles
    Test number
    974183133869
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber casings corroding
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber casings corroding
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  11. Pass85,024 miles (+9,041)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,024 miles
    Test number
    738471148450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear offside and nearside shock absorbers showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting brackets showing signs of corrosion

  12. Pass75,983 miles (+5,548)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    75,983 miles
    Test number
    932910255655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,435 miles (+7,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,435 miles
    Test number
    203279999114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 225/50R16V tyre approx 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 225/50R16W tyre approx 2.5mm

  14. Pass63,394 miles (+7,365)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    63,394 miles
    Test number
    944289434069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,029 miles (+5,515)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    56,029 miles
    Test number
    439958514392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,514 miles (+5,753)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,514 miles
    Test number
    506339423308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,761 miles (+4,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    44,761 miles
    Test number
    716738523024
    • 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)

  18. Pass40,613 miles (+1,167)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    40,613 miles
    Test number
    247117012018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    39,446 miles
    Test number
    378718711058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,446 miles (+1,068)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,446 miles
    Test number
    835748611018
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass38,378 miles (+1,232)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    38,378 miles
    Test number
    231079910039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,146 miles (+3,059)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,146 miles
    Test number
    930973529012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,087 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,087 miles
    Test number
    990032328080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,033 miles (+1,886)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,033 miles
    Test number
    914098817072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    29,147 miles
    Test number
    820374726041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S748 LRK

Does S748 LRK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S748 LRK expired on 23 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S748 LRK?
The MOT on S748 LRK expired on 23 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S748 LRK done?
S748 LRK was recorded at 113,591 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 4,276 miles a year.
Has S748 LRK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S748 LRK has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S748 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 S748 LRK find?
S748 LRK passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2; front lower steering joints, slightly play; handbrake travel, and 3 more.

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