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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 2,295 cc

V1 HEAMOT history

V1 HEA is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 13 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 57,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2024
Mileage
57,421 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 HEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 HEA was last recorded at 57,421 miles on 16 Nov 2023, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,391 miles · 15 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
2,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 57,421 miles
  • 2022 – 55,820 miles
  • 2021 – 53,549 miles
  • 2020 – 51,989 miles
  • 2019 – 51,561 miles
  • 2018 – 51,060 miles
  • 2017 – 49,758 miles
  • 2016 – 47,647 miles
  • 2015 – 46,772 miles
  • 2014 – 43,583 miles
  • 2013 – 39,178 miles
  • 2012 – 36,404 miles
  • 2010 – 34,352 miles
  • 2009 – 29,813 miles
  • 2008 – 23,176 miles
  • 2007 – 19,278 miles
  • 2006 – 14,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,421 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,421 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    57,421 miles
    Test number
    659228778776
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail57,421 miles (+30)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,421 miles
    Test number
    731529985322
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail57,391 miles (+1,571)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,391 miles
    Test number
    468774300841
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc worn, pitted but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc worn, pitted but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass55,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    55,820 miles
    Test number
    859222938462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail55,820 miles (+2,271)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,820 miles
    Test number
    526065686585
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play Adjustable. (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play Adjustable. (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Unable to assess inner pads due to design. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 32%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass53,549 miles (+1,560)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    53,549 miles
    Test number
    612245245906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass51,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    51,989 miles
    Test number
    166089506478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail51,989 miles (+428)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,989 miles
    Test number
    161959607886
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass51,561 miles (+501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2020
    Odometer
    51,561 miles
    Test number
    498915261852
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass51,060 miles (+1,302)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    51,060 miles
    Test number
    186084197233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,758 miles (+2,111)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,758 miles
    Test number
    653234443318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,647 miles (+875)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,647 miles
    Test number
    840873212247
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s o/s (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront n/s o/s tyres worn on inner edges also cracked on inner walls
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre

  13. Pass46,772 miles (+3,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    46,772 miles
    Test number
    146641855051
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass43,583 miles (+4,405)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    43,583 miles
    Test number
    685959824033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,178 miles (+2,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    39,178 miles
    Test number
    707276423046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass36,404 miles (+2,052)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    36,404 miles
    Test number
    855795002012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,352 miles (+4,539)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    34,352 miles
    Test number
    182910640388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass29,813 miles (+3,514)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,813 miles
    Test number
    423519329440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,299 miles (+3,123)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,299 miles
    Test number
    671174559092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass23,176 miles (+3,898)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,176 miles
    Test number
    473391268072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,278 miles (+4,723)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,278 miles
    Test number
    142747957415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    14,555 miles
    Test number
    780048956049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V1 HEA

Does V1 HEA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V1 HEA expired on 15 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V1 HEA?
The MOT on V1 HEA expired on 15 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V1 HEA done?
V1 HEA was recorded at 57,421 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2023, an average of 2,420 miles a year.
Has V1 HEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 HEA has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on V1 HEA 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 V1 HEA find?
V1 HEA passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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