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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,295 cc

S88 HLJMOT history

S88 HLJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 13 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 124,183 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 May 2025
Mileage
124,183 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 HLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 May 2025
Latest MOT test
11 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 HLJ was last recorded at 124,183 miles on 11 May 2024, 2,858 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,325 miles · 9 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2,858 miles
Average per year
3,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 124,183 miles
  • 2023 – 121,325 miles
  • 2022 – 119,770 miles
  • 2021 – 117,063 miles
  • 2019 – 113,149 miles
  • 2018 – 111,041 miles
  • 2017 – 110,025 miles
  • 2016 – 106,640 miles
  • 2015 – 102,558 miles
  • 2014 – 97,013 miles
  • 2013 – 89,472 miles
  • 2012 – 85,969 miles
  • 2011 – 79,434 miles
  • 2010 – 75,366 miles
  • 2009 – 72,390 miles
  • 2008 – 68,951 miles
  • 2007 – 60,444 miles
  • 2006 – 51,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,183 miles
  • AdvisoryBody corrosion
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront both sides wing corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various spots (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,183 miles (+2,858)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    124,183 miles
    Test number
    462015548348
    • AdvisoryBody corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various spots (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass121,325 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    121,325 miles
    Test number
    579830658410
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Going to nearside front flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail121,325 miles (+1,555)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,325 miles
    Test number
    787777152063
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Going to nearside front flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass119,770 miles (+2,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    119,770 miles
    Test number
    636374381278
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to both rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass117,063 miles (+3,914)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    117,063 miles
    Test number
    767874852112
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear.

  6. Pass113,149 miles (+2,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,149 miles
    Test number
    556690936230
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass111,041 miles (+125)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    111,041 miles
    Test number
    782617513921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail110,916 miles (+891)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,916 miles
    Test number
    725622602736
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass110,025 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    110,025 miles
    Test number
    640579956939
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail110,003 miles (+3,363)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,003 miles
    Test number
    119701598553
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass106,640 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    106,640 miles
    Test number
    268326309751
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail106,629 miles (+4,071)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,629 miles
    Test number
    450152088773
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass102,558 miles (+5,545)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    102,558 miles
    Test number
    230756871267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,013 miles (+7,541)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    97,013 miles
    Test number
    658576064203
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass89,472 miles (+3,503)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    89,472 miles
    Test number
    969469053168
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted

  16. Pass85,969 miles (+6,535)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    85,969 miles
    Test number
    765110472168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,434 miles (+251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,434 miles
    Test number
    999163771105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass79,183 miles (+3,817)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,183 miles
    Test number
    179507531114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass75,366 miles (+2,976)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    75,366 miles
    Test number
    594796440134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,390 miles (+3,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    72,390 miles
    Test number
    911196259128
    • 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)

  21. Pass68,951 miles (+8,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    68,951 miles
    Test number
    764149868108
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass60,444 miles (+9,371)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    60,444 miles
    Test number
    251027957150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass51,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    51,073 miles
    Test number
    100092316077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,073 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,073 miles
    Test number
    921152016016
    • Repaired at testFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Questions about S88 HLJ

Does S88 HLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S88 HLJ expired on 20 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S88 HLJ?
The MOT on S88 HLJ expired on 20 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S88 HLJ done?
S88 HLJ was recorded at 124,183 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2024, an average of 3,989 miles a year.
Has S88 HLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 HLJ has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S88 HLJ 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 S88 HLJ find?
S88 HLJ passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2024 with 5 advisories: body corrosion; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; front both sides wing corroded, and 2 more.

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