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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,298 cc

S778 MCFMOT history

S778 MCF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 52,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
52,987 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S778 MCF
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 valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S778 MCF was last recorded at 52,987 miles on 20 May 2026, 162 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
52,825 miles · 6 May 2020
Between the last two tests
162 miles
Average per year
1,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,987 miles
  • 2020 – 52,825 miles
  • 2019 – 51,078 miles
  • 2018 – 48,697 miles
  • 2017 – 45,963 miles
  • 2016 – 43,763 miles
  • 2015 – 40,824 miles
  • 2014 – 38,079 miles
  • 2013 – 35,852 miles
  • 2012 – 33,311 miles
  • 2011 – 30,792 miles
  • 2010 – 26,165 miles
  • 2009 – 24,229 miles
  • 2008 – 23,287 miles
  • 2007 – 22,726 miles
  • 2006 – 21,811 miles
  • 2005 – 20,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,987 miles
  • AdvisoryFront both front shock absorber outer casings corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main centre pipe rear section n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear both rear shock absorber outer casings corroded

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.

  • Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,987 miles (+162)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    52,987 miles
    Test number
    533916754755
    • AdvisoryFront both front shock absorber outer casings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main centre pipe rear section n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear shock absorber outer casings corroded

  2. Pass52,825 miles (+1,747)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    52,825 miles
    Test number
    574691372095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass51,078 miles (+2,381)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,078 miles
    Test number
    325637646415
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTTOM ENGINE COVER CORRODED

  4. Pass48,697 miles (+2,734)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,697 miles
    Test number
    989242368144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover corroded

  5. Pass45,963 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    45,963 miles
    Test number
    378493030726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre inner edge worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryMetal undercover corrodded

  6. Fail45,963 miles (+2,200)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,963 miles
    Test number
    194998473853
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre inner edge worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryMetal undercover corrodded

  7. Pass43,763 miles (+2,939)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    43,763 miles
    Test number
    160988825661
    • AdvisoryFront metal under guard corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perrishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perrishing

  8. Pass40,824 miles (+2,745)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,824 miles
    Test number
    287232685014
    • NoteFront under guard corroded

  9. Pass38,079 miles (+2,227)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    38,079 miles
    Test number
    739059064090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine underbody shield corroded

  10. Pass35,852 miles (+2,541)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    35,852 miles
    Test number
    295832373066
    • NoteEngine underbody shield corroded

  11. Pass33,311 miles (+2,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    33,311 miles
    Test number
    625445162005
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass30,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    30,792 miles
    Test number
    139024891012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail30,792 miles (+4,627)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,792 miles
    Test number
    608524391059
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass26,165 miles (+1,936)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    26,165 miles
    Test number
    543770490076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,229 miles (+942)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    24,229 miles
    Test number
    293610569108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,287 miles (+561)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    23,287 miles
    Test number
    882633368184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,726 miles (+915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    22,726 miles
    Test number
    793556987193
    • 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. Pass21,811 miles (+880)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,811 miles
    Test number
    420276286148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    20,931 miles
    Test number
    623485675132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S778 MCF

Does S778 MCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S778 MCF is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S778 MCF?
The MOT on S778 MCF is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S778 MCF done?
S778 MCF was recorded at 52,987 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 1,534 miles a year.
Has S778 MCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S778 MCF has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on S778 MCF 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 S778 MCF find?
S778 MCF passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front both front shock absorber outer casings corroded; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main centre pipe rear section n/s/r; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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