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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

V50 MLHMOT history

V50 MLH is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 51,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2025.

V50 MLH silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Apr 2026
Mileage
51,139 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V50 MLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V50 MLH was last recorded at 51,139 miles on 14 Apr 2025, 3,235 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Apr 2012: 31,153 miles, lower than 72,134 miles on 9 Feb 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
47,904 miles · 23 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
3,235 miles
Average per year
1,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 51,139 miles
  • 2024 – 47,904 miles
  • 2023 – 44,947 miles
  • 2022 – 43,884 miles
  • 2020 – 42,564 miles
  • 2019 – 41,252 miles
  • 2018 – 39,568 miles
  • 2016 – 32,855 miles
  • 2015 – 31,989 miles
  • 2013 – 31,559 miles
  • 2012 – 31,153 miles
  • 2011 – 72,134 miles
  • 2010 – 29,888 miles
  • 2008 – 26,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,139 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,139 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    51,139 miles
    Test number
    723778752653
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail51,139 miles (+3,235)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,139 miles
    Test number
    326134529434
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass47,904 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    47,904 miles
    Test number
    713447933001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail47,892 miles (+2,945)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,892 miles
    Test number
    623879175101
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass44,947 miles (+1,063)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    44,947 miles
    Test number
    656611977156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,884 miles (+1,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    43,884 miles
    Test number
    801073437452
    • 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))
  7. Pass42,564 miles (+1,312)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    42,564 miles
    Test number
    810079299634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass41,252 miles (+1,684)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    41,252 miles
    Test number
    279270704475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,568 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    39,568 miles
    Test number
    234182363022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,987 miles (+5,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    37,987 miles
    Test number
    350618900420
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both sides rear (1.4.A.2f)
  11. Pass32,855 miles (+866)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    32,855 miles
    Test number
    217425139837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,989 miles (+430)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    31,989 miles
    Test number
    888070429297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,559 miles (+406)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    31,559 miles
    Test number
    816295303115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSills trim covers fitted
  14. Pass31,153 miles (-40,981)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,153 miles
    Test number
    807683392073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteEsp and bas warning on
    • NoteWheel alignment advised
  15. Pass72,134 miles (+41,214)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    72,134 miles
    Test number
    688990741035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail30,920 miles (+1,032)2 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,920 miles
    Test number
    318211531063
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBAF defective displayed on dash
    • NoteESP displayed on dash
    • NoteChip on windscreen
    • NoteFront tyres on 2mm and bald on edge
    • NoteFront wipers slightly worn
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on 3mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has a nail in tread and on 2mm
    • NoteSmall exhaust blow from where rear exhaust boxes split
  17. Pass29,888 miles (+3,348)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    29,888 miles
    Test number
    614146110062
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTracking
  18. Pass26,540 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,540 miles
    Test number
    290683648329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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
  19. Fail26,539 miles3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,539 miles
    Test number
    413603948471
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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

Questions about V50 MLH

Does V50 MLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V50 MLH expired on 27 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V50 MLH?
The MOT on V50 MLH expired on 27 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V50 MLH done?
V50 MLH was recorded at 51,139 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2025, an average of 1,505 miles a year.
Has V50 MLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V50 MLH has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V50 MLH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Apr 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V50 MLH find?
V50 MLH passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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