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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,298 cc

S96 CPCMOT history

S96 CPC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 11 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
139,480 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S96 CPC
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
11 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S96 CPC was last recorded at 139,480 miles on 21 May 2026, 400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,080 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
400 miles
Average per year
2,619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,480 miles
  • 2025 – 139,080 miles
  • 2024 – 137,906 miles
  • 2023 – 136,787 miles
  • 2019 – 133,674 miles
  • 2018 – 129,733 miles
  • 2017 – 125,871 miles
  • 2016 – 121,239 miles
  • 2015 – 117,337 miles
  • 2014 – 114,448 miles
  • 2013 – 111,021 miles
  • 2012 – 106,514 miles
  • 2011 – 102,295 miles
  • 2010 – 98,452 miles
  • 2009 – 93,791 miles
  • 2008 – 91,189 miles
  • 2007 – 89,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,480 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components 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.

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush at hub (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,480 miles (+400)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    139,480 miles
    Test number
    304681584122
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  2. Pass139,080 miles (+1,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    139,080 miles
    Test number
    397028150209
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion on all suspension

  3. Pass137,906 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    137,906 miles
    Test number
    348191018603
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail137,906 miles (+1,119)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,906 miles
    Test number
    679971393743
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass136,787 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    136,787 miles
    Test number
    115062644007
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail136,787 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,787 miles
    Test number
    201647888406
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail136,787 miles (+3,113)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,787 miles
    Test number
    146967440230
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass133,674 miles (+3,941)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    133,674 miles
    Test number
    417146633551
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in inner track rod
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass129,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    129,733 miles
    Test number
    174517546185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail129,733 miles (+3,862)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,733 miles
    Test number
    934728268744
    • FailureCentral Front Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust bracket broken (7.1.1)

  11. Pass125,871 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    125,871 miles
    Test number
    520349019326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush at hub (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail125,871 miles (+4,632)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,871 miles
    Test number
    411665429635
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush at hub (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass121,239 miles (+3,902)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    121,239 miles
    Test number
    166990523999
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass117,337 miles (+2,889)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    117,337 miles
    Test number
    208061935419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEarth strap between body and exhaust broken at rear (marked with chalk)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteRear diff leaking oil

  15. Pass114,448 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    114,448 miles
    Test number
    346796204164
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail114,432 miles (+3,411)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,432 miles
    Test number
    566945704109
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass111,021 miles (+4,507)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    111,021 miles
    Test number
    267518083060
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak from rear differential.

  18. Pass106,514 miles (+4,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    106,514 miles
    Test number
    955143682003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass102,295 miles (+3,843)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    102,295 miles
    Test number
    365317091061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass98,452 miles (+4,661)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    98,452 miles
    Test number
    302118880043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass93,791 miles (+2,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    93,791 miles
    Test number
    482170409135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Pass91,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    91,189 miles
    Test number
    240268358068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail91,189 miles (+2,064)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,189 miles
    Test number
    350448558057
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  24. Pass89,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    89,125 miles
    Test number
    782659257010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S96 CPC

Does S96 CPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S96 CPC is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S96 CPC?
The MOT on S96 CPC is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S96 CPC done?
S96 CPC was recorded at 139,480 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 2,619 miles a year.
Has S96 CPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S96 CPC has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on S96 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 S96 CPC find?
S96 CPC passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 4 advisories: fuel hose deteriorated; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all, and 1 more.

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