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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,298 cc

S90 SAEMOT history

S90 SAE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 13 Jun 2023 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 112,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jun 2023
Mileage
112,679 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2022
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 SAE
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
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
27 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S90 SAE was last recorded at 112,679 miles on 27 May 2022, 2,087 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,592 miles · 14 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
2,087 miles
Average per year
3,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 112,679 miles
  • 2021 – 110,592 miles
  • 2016 – 107,516 miles
  • 2015 – 99,810 miles
  • 2014 – 91,263 miles
  • 2013 – 88,434 miles
  • 2012 – 85,132 miles
  • 2011 – 82,364 miles
  • 2010 – 79,348 miles
  • 2009 – 74,365 miles
  • 2008 – 72,452 miles
  • 2007 – 69,212 miles
  • 2006 – 62,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,679 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside registration light dim
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside n/plate light cover restricting light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • All discs have surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,679 miles (+2,087)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    112,679 miles
    Test number
    317941831340
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside registration light dim
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass110,592 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    110,592 miles
    Test number
    657490989232
    • AdvisoryOffside n/plate light cover restricting light output
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll discs have surface corrosion
  3. Fail110,590 miles (+3,074)2 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,590 miles
    Test number
    129998731320
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorDirection indicator not working do not blink (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative do not blink (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside n/plate light cover restricting light output
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll discs have surface corrosion
  4. Pass107,516 miles (+7,706)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    107,516 miles
    Test number
    737625195470
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner shoulders
    • AdvisoryOffside registration plate lamp lens dirty
    • AdvisorySteering wheel height adjustment lock getting weak
  5. Pass99,810 miles (+8,547)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    99,810 miles
    Test number
    735359835105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWipers slow in operation
  6. Pass91,263 miles (+2,829)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    91,263 miles
    Test number
    797451644157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass88,434 miles (+3,302)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    88,434 miles
    Test number
    207462213177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,132 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    85,132 miles
    Test number
    498608182064
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEarth strp from exhaust to body broken
    • NoteFuel cap seal slightly perished
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff
    • NoteOil leak from rocker cover gasket area
  9. Fail85,132 miles (+2,768)2 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,132 miles
    Test number
    175798082090
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEarth strp from exhaust to body broken
    • NoteFuel cap seal slightly perished
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff
    • NoteOil leak from rocker cover gasket area
  10. Pass82,364 miles (+3,016)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,364 miles
    Test number
    166740171412
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread getting low
    • NoteSlight play felt o/s and n/s front wheels
  11. Pass79,348 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    79,348 miles
    Test number
    111671380424
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteInternal exhaust rattle and exhaust mounting deteriorating
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 3mm
    • NoteSlight play both front wheels suspect wheel bearings
  12. Fail79,348 miles (+4,983)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,348 miles
    Test number
    243701480072
    • DangerousOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteInternal exhaust rattle and exhaust mounting deteriorating
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 3mm
    • NoteSlight play both front wheels suspect wheel bearings
  13. Pass74,365 miles (+1,913)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    74,365 miles
    Test number
    192986179093
    • NoteO/s/r side light was'nt working when vehicle came in gave light unit a tap now working ok.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on 2mm
  14. Pass72,452 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    72,452 miles
    Test number
    133359988096
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBrake pipes to both rear flexible hoses corroded
    • NoteLift in both front bottom ball joints
    • NotePlay in both front wheel bearings
  15. Fail72,452 miles (+3,240)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,452 miles
    Test number
    801999088053
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBrake pipes to both rear flexible hoses corroded
    • NoteLift in both front bottom ball joints
    • NotePlay in both front wheel bearings
  16. Pass69,212 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    69,212 miles
    Test number
    290199977018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRecommend wheel alignment check due to uneven front tyre wear
  17. Fail69,212 miles (+6,544)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,212 miles
    Test number
    323399777091
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRecommend wheel alignment check due to uneven front tyre wear
  18. Pass62,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    62,668 miles
    Test number
    684702666078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S90 SAE

Does S90 SAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S90 SAE expired on 13 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S90 SAE?
The MOT on S90 SAE expired on 13 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S90 SAE done?
S90 SAE was recorded at 112,679 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2022, an average of 3,081 miles a year.
Has S90 SAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 SAE has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on S90 SAE 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 S90 SAE find?
S90 SAE passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside registration light dim; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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