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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

V2 CAOMOT history

V2 CAO is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 15 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 60,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

V2 CAO silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Slk, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
60,950 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V2 CAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V2 CAO was last recorded at 60,950 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,841 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
109 miles
Average per year
2,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,950 miles
  • 2025 – 58,558 miles
  • 2024 – 55,599 miles
  • 2023 – 52,971 miles
  • 2022 – 50,113 miles
  • 2021 – 46,861 miles
  • 2020 – 41,200 miles
  • 2019 – 36,477 miles
  • 2018 – 34,630 miles
  • 2017 – 32,061 miles
  • 2016 – 27,568 miles
  • 2015 – 25,086 miles
  • 2014 – 23,388 miles
  • 2013 – 21,735 miles
  • 2012 – 20,460 miles
  • 2011 – 18,488 miles
  • 2010 – 16,756 miles
  • 2009 – 14,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,950 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,950 miles (+109)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    60,950 miles
    Test number
    635228438414
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail60,841 miles (+2,283)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,841 miles
    Test number
    298864021202
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass58,558 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    58,558 miles
    Test number
    839606578411
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front and both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail58,558 miles (+2,959)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,558 miles
    Test number
    231940122354
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front and both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass55,599 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    55,599 miles
    Test number
    984978317956
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted and sharp edges (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside front washer jet not working
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Fail55,599 miles (+2,628)1 dangerous1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,599 miles
    Test number
    929684885023
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted and sharp edges (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside front washer jet not working
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Pass52,971 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    52,971 miles
    Test number
    466630966884
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met requirements
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Fail52,971 miles (+2,858)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,971 miles
    Test number
    654170752180
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2 places and hanger snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met requirements
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass50,113 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    50,113 miles
    Test number
    534139436194
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. strongly advise front 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryWheel spacers fitted to front

  10. Fail50,113 miles (+3,252)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,113 miles
    Test number
    751430802619
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. strongly advise front 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear handbrake 83kg offside 80kg
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryWheel spacers fitted to front

  11. Pass46,861 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    46,861 miles
    Test number
    845535650472
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail46,857 miles (+5,657)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,857 miles
    Test number
    103601348079
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass41,200 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    41,200 miles
    Test number
    411153092275
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL X4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail41,200 miles (+4,723)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,200 miles
    Test number
    478106607210
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL X4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass36,477 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    36,477 miles
    Test number
    356388867372
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both lower front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both lower front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres badly split
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  16. Fail36,477 miles (+1,847)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,477 miles
    Test number
    405542894281
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both lower front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both lower front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres badly split
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  17. Pass34,630 miles (+2,569)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    34,630 miles
    Test number
    162248865062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    32,061 miles
    Test number
    115434250449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail32,061 miles (+345)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,061 miles
    Test number
    542070368027
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass31,716 miles (+4,148)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    31,716 miles
    Test number
    212928635161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,568 miles (+2,482)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    27,568 miles
    Test number
    646480995852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,086 miles (+1,698)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    25,086 miles
    Test number
    459057595030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,388 miles (+1,653)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    23,388 miles
    Test number
    546756774065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,735 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    21,735 miles
    Test number
    738682753014
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Fail21,735 miles (+1,275)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,735 miles
    Test number
    189972953434
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Pass20,460 miles (+1,972)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    20,460 miles
    Test number
    949188152052
    • NoteAll four tyres cracking

  27. Pass18,488 miles (+1,732)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    18,488 miles
    Test number
    808569931067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,756 miles (+2,567)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    16,756 miles
    Test number
    984063540025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass14,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    14,189 miles
    Test number
    342115169004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V2 CAO

Does V2 CAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V2 CAO is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V2 CAO?
The MOT on V2 CAO is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V2 CAO done?
V2 CAO was recorded at 60,950 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 2,673 miles a year.
Has V2 CAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V2 CAO has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V2 CAO 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 V2 CAO find?
V2 CAO passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes; nearside front tyre slightly damaged outer tyre wall; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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