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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,998 cc

V23 BAHMOT history

V23 BAH is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 14 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 105,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

V23 BAH black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2026
Mileage
105,981 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 BAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 BAH was last recorded at 105,981 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 5,703 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,278 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,703 miles
Average per year
6,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,981 miles
  • 2024 – 100,278 miles
  • 2023 – 91,611 miles
  • 2022 – 74,345 miles
  • 2021 – 48,929 miles
  • 2019 – 44,811 miles
  • 2018 – 40,120 miles
  • 2017 – 35,777 miles
  • 2016 – 32,727 miles
  • 2015 – 29,245 miles
  • 2014 – 25,711 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,981 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all four (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 18 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,981 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    105,981 miles
    Test number
    462161163682
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all four (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail105,981 miles (+5,703)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,981 miles
    Test number
    713622524499
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all four (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,278 miles (+8,667)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    100,278 miles
    Test number
    360902728933
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass91,611 miles (+17,266)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    91,611 miles
    Test number
    427057767140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Pass74,345 miles (+185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,345 miles
    Test number
    495395913048
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Fail74,160 miles (+25,231)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,160 miles
    Test number
    167865872512
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Pass48,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    48,929 miles
    Test number
    799286356348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail48,929 miles (+458)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,929 miles
    Test number
    523420840877
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass48,471 miles (+3,660)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    48,471 miles
    Test number
    264040884284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,811 miles (+4,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    44,811 miles
    Test number
    205394600984
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  11. Pass40,120 miles (+4,343)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,120 miles
    Test number
    320701025947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,777 miles (+3,050)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    35,777 miles
    Test number
    348006220069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,727 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    32,727 miles
    Test number
    170593670479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail32,725 miles (+3,480)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,725 miles
    Test number
    949101012784
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass29,245 miles (+3,534)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    29,245 miles
    Test number
    758455965080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    25,711 miles
    Test number
    697567874078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V23 BAH

Does V23 BAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 BAH is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V23 BAH?
The MOT on V23 BAH is valid until 8 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V23 BAH done?
V23 BAH was recorded at 105,981 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 6,900 miles a year.
Has V23 BAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 BAH has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V23 BAH 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 V23 BAH find?
V23 BAH passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: direction indicator slightly discoloured all four; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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