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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,298 cc

S789 CPCMOT history

S789 CPC is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 91,497 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
91,497 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S789 CPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S789 CPC was last recorded at 91,497 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 164 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
91,333 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
164 miles
Average per year
1,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,497 miles
  • 2025 – 91,333 miles
  • 2023 – 90,996 miles
  • 2022 – 90,370 miles
  • 2021 – 88,714 miles
  • 2020 – 88,128 miles
  • 2019 – 87,735 miles
  • 2018 – 87,026 miles
  • 2017 – 85,398 miles
  • 2016 – 83,232 miles
  • 2015 – 81,637 miles
  • 2014 – 78,783 miles
  • 2011 – 78,162 miles
  • 2010 – 77,390 miles
  • 2009 – 75,017 miles
  • 2007 – 69,038 miles
  • 2006 – 60,938 miles
  • 2005 – 50,032 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,497 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass91,497 miles (+164)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    91,497 miles
    Test number
    399136234686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass91,333 miles (+337)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    91,333 miles
    Test number
    670704642611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,996 miles (+626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,996 miles
    Test number
    972990653466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass90,370 miles (+1,656)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,370 miles
    Test number
    974971433463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass88,714 miles (+586)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,714 miles
    Test number
    287607984960
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt cracking
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear x2 covered in grease material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside,and 2 strengthening bars corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside ,and 2 strengthening bars surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Front and rear x4 all surface corrosion on casings (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass88,128 miles (+393)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    88,128 miles
    Test number
    439502123919
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back covered in grease in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion on casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion on casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAlternator drive belt deteriorating/cracking
    • AdvisoryFront suspension support bars corrosion
    • AdvisoryOver sills and under trays restricting full inspection

  7. Pass87,735 miles (+709)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    87,735 miles
    Test number
    326633135646
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower x 2 supporting bars corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play x 2 (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 worn on inside of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt has slight cracks/cuts
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers under car

  8. Pass87,026 miles (+1,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,026 miles
    Test number
    612074493842
    • AdvisoryOver sills restricting full inspection

  9. Pass85,398 miles (+2,166)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    85,398 miles
    Test number
    351373020688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,232 miles (+1,595)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    83,232 miles
    Test number
    838642590830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,637 miles (+2,854)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,637 miles
    Test number
    756069345128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,783 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,783 miles
    Test number
    117249574154
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff

  13. Fail78,783 miles (+621)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,783 miles
    Test number
    866629974160
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff

  14. Pass78,162 miles (+772)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,162 miles
    Test number
    378393421307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  15. Pass77,390 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    77,390 miles
    Test number
    964176080281
    • NoteFinal drive leaking oil

  16. Fail77,390 miles (+2,373)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,390 miles
    Test number
    291886480288
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFinal drive leaking oil

  17. Pass75,017 miles (+5,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    75,017 miles
    Test number
    103515309032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass69,038 miles (+8,100)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    69,038 miles
    Test number
    382188897226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,938 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    60,938 miles
    Test number
    292507926233
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail60,938 miles (+10,906)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,938 miles
    Test number
    994627826256
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass50,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    50,032 miles
    Test number
    582400105250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S789 CPC

Does S789 CPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S789 CPC is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S789 CPC?
The MOT on S789 CPC is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S789 CPC done?
S789 CPC was recorded at 91,497 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 1,975 miles a year.
Has S789 CPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S789 CPC has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2014.
Has the mileage on S789 CPC 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 S789 CPC find?
S789 CPC passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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