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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

T13 SLKMOT history

T13 SLK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 26 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 99,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jan 2024
Mileage
99,177 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2023
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,316 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T13 SLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T13 SLK was last recorded at 99,177 miles on 6 Dec 2023, 2,947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,230 miles · 3 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,947 miles
Average per year
4,316 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 99,177 miles
  • 2021 – 94,664 miles
  • 2020 – 91,271 miles
  • 2019 – 88,652 miles
  • 2018 – 83,379 miles
  • 2017 – 80,128 miles
  • 2016 – 78,346 miles
  • 2015 – 76,525 miles
  • 2014 – 74,389 miles
  • 2013 – 72,379 miles
  • 2012 – 69,418 miles
  • 2011 – 65,625 miles
  • 2010 – 61,876 miles
  • 2009 – 39,196 miles
  • 2007 – 28,466 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail99,177 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail99,177 miles (+2,947)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,177 miles
    Test number
    997090085395
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass96,230 miles (+1,566)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,230 miles
    Test number
    672865782511
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass94,664 miles (+3,393)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    94,664 miles
    Test number
    504913538305
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass91,271 miles (+2,619)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,271 miles
    Test number
    937560470047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass88,652 miles (+5,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,652 miles
    Test number
    708259028951
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass83,379 miles (+3,251)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,379 miles
    Test number
    191738058176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,128 miles (+1,782)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    80,128 miles
    Test number
    775862660241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,346 miles (+1,821)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,346 miles
    Test number
    200803723445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,525 miles (+2,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    76,525 miles
    Test number
    146417165197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass74,389 miles (+2,010)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,389 miles
    Test number
    916298564121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,379 miles (+2,961)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,379 miles
    Test number
    138040923189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,418 miles (+3,793)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,418 miles
    Test number
    675361612186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    65,625 miles
    Test number
    518825621170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail65,625 miles (+3,749)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,625 miles
    Test number
    839415421186
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  15. Pass61,876 miles (+22,680)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    61,876 miles
    Test number
    520631640146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,196 miles (+10,730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    39,196 miles
    Test number
    193868209099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass28,466 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,466 miles
    Test number
    632520507239
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/front tyre sidewall

Questions about T13 SLK

Does T13 SLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T13 SLK expired on 2 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T13 SLK?
The MOT on T13 SLK expired on 2 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T13 SLK done?
T13 SLK was recorded at 99,177 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2023, an average of 4,316 miles a year.
Has T13 SLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T13 SLK has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T13 SLK 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 T13 SLK find?
T13 SLK failed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 2 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear arm, and 2 more.

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