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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

S8 WKTMOT history

S8 WKT is a yellow petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 101,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
101,802 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 WKT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 WKT was last recorded at 101,802 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 6,034 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,768 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,034 miles
Average per year
3,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,802 miles
  • 2025 – 95,768 miles
  • 2024 – 95,086 miles
  • 2022 – 92,289 miles
  • 2021 – 90,602 miles
  • 2020 – 87,744 miles
  • 2019 – 83,999 miles
  • 2018 – 80,462 miles
  • 2017 – 78,973 miles
  • 2016 – 77,859 miles
  • 2015 – 74,273 miles
  • 2014 – 70,280 miles
  • 2013 – 66,229 miles
  • 2012 – 61,864 miles
  • 2011 – 57,640 miles
  • 2010 – 53,781 miles
  • 2009 – 49,591 miles
  • 2008 – 44,919 miles
  • 2007 – 42,108 miles
  • 2006 – 38,416 miles
  • 2005 – 33,717 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,802 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output needs a polish (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output neeeds a polish (4.1.4 (b))

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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Slight play n/s inner track rod ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner ball joint has play - requires attention

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,802 miles (+6,034)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    101,802 miles
    Test number
    834289677961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output needs a polish (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output neeeds a polish (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass95,768 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    95,768 miles
    Test number
    697269705694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail95,768 miles (+682)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,768 miles
    Test number
    652848043240
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass95,086 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    95,086 miles
    Test number
    979748518332
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s inner track rod ball joint

  5. Fail95,086 miles (+2,797)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,086 miles
    Test number
    942352475595
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSide repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s inner track rod ball joint

  6. Pass92,289 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,289 miles
    Test number
    920096886002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner ball joint has play - requires attention

  7. Fail92,286 miles (+1,684)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,286 miles
    Test number
    104367177501
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn excess play in bush ,insecure cap for bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in bush ,slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner ball joint has play - requires attention

  8. Pass90,602 miles (+2,858)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    90,602 miles
    Test number
    203398484498
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated gaiter is split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass87,744 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,744 miles
    Test number
    909104480274
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Fail87,744 miles (+3,745)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,744 miles
    Test number
    338841379714
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split blade ,not clearing screen (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective deteriorated blade (3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass83,999 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,999 miles
    Test number
    626984946686
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod,inner linkage joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail83,999 miles (+3,537)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,999 miles
    Test number
    433327092230
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod,inner linkage joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass80,462 miles (+1,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,462 miles
    Test number
    100480239937
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass78,973 miles (+1,114)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    78,973 miles
    Test number
    840996659936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,859 miles (+3,586)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,859 miles
    Test number
    265789477216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,273 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,273 miles
    Test number
    769476355170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail74,237 miles (+3,957)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,237 miles
    Test number
    315375655134
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass70,280 miles (+4,051)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,280 miles
    Test number
    177278454173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,229 miles (+4,365)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,229 miles
    Test number
    676994353112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,864 miles (+4,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,864 miles
    Test number
    277143752440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass57,640 miles (+3,859)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    57,640 miles
    Test number
    109284851149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,781 miles (+4,190)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    53,781 miles
    Test number
    140462950115
    • NoteAll brake pipes and fuel lines covered with grease

  23. Fail49,591 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,591 miles
    Test number
    311206259197
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass49,591 miles (+4,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    49,591 miles
    Test number
    660106859184
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass44,919 miles (+2,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    44,919 miles
    Test number
    683243238164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass42,108 miles (+3,692)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    42,108 miles
    Test number
    120102567125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,416 miles (+4,699)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,416 miles
    Test number
    364080256109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    33,717 miles
    Test number
    624432955198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 WKT

Does S8 WKT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 WKT is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 WKT?
The MOT on S8 WKT is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 WKT done?
S8 WKT was recorded at 101,802 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 3,182 miles a year.
Has S8 WKT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 WKT has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S8 WKT 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 S8 WKT find?
S8 WKT passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output needs a polish; nearside rear nail in tyre; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output neeeds a polish.

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