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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

V54 FLNMOT history

V54 FLN is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 13 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 117,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2023
Mileage
117,444 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V54 FLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V54 FLN was last recorded at 117,444 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,301 miles · 26 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
143 miles
Average per year
3,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,444 miles
  • 2022 – 117,301 miles
  • 2021 – 117,147 miles
  • 2020 – 116,687 miles
  • 2019 – 115,952 miles
  • 2018 – 113,239 miles
  • 2017 – 103,845 miles
  • 2016 – 93,996 miles
  • 2015 – 84,638 miles
  • 2014 – 75,715 miles
  • 2013 – 58,587 miles
  • 2012 – 58,577 miles
  • 2011 – 57,560 miles
  • 2010 – 55,601 miles
  • 2008 – 55,180 miles
  • 2007 – 52,940 miles
  • 2006 – 50,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,444 miles
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Condensated and no pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension and brake components corroded but not seriously weakened
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Bonnet struts not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,444 miles (+143)7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,444 miles
    Test number
    491380040832
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Condensated and no pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension and brake components corroded but not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,301 miles (+154)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    117,301 miles
    Test number
    420307254342
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/floors starting to corrode (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass117,147 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    117,147 miles
    Test number
    557629001106
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail117,147 miles (+460)3 major5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,147 miles
    Test number
    945328490981
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to coolant leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant leak from bottle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass116,687 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    116,687 miles
    Test number
    827017996258
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not working

  6. Fail116,687 miles (+735)4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,687 miles
    Test number
    317056584850
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split, preventing ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not working

  7. Pass115,952 miles (+2,713)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,952 miles
    Test number
    499952086040
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass113,239 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    113,239 miles
    Test number
    916474586266
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Fail113,239 miles (+9,394)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,239 miles
    Test number
    632969277368
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass103,845 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    103,845 miles
    Test number
    942105952841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail103,845 miles (+9,849)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,845 miles
    Test number
    649588455484
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass93,996 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    93,996 miles
    Test number
    333473627282
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases possible manifold/front pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail93,996 miles (+9,358)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,996 miles
    Test number
    765282092652
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases possible manifold/front pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass84,638 miles (+32)5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    84,638 miles
    Test number
    586570445035
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBonnet release handle requires attention
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing inner tread & slight deformation
    • NoteOffside door mirror glass requires attention/replacement
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread slight inner edge tread wear & tread cracking

  15. Fail84,606 miles (+8,891)1 dangerous5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,606 miles
    Test number
    688537935073
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBonnet release handle requires attention
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing inner tread & slight deformation
    • NoteOffside door mirror glass requires attention/replacement
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread slight inner edge tread wear & tread cracking

  16. Pass75,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    75,715 miles
    Test number
    329242254094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,715 miles (+17,128)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,715 miles
    Test number
    907759444010
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass58,587 miles (+10)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    58,587 miles
    Test number
    636319823144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBody strengthening bars corroded

  19. Pass58,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    58,577 miles
    Test number
    258039022414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,557 miles (+997)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,557 miles
    Test number
    279469622436
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass57,560 miles (+1,959)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,560 miles
    Test number
    706296361073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass55,601 miles (+421)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    55,601 miles
    Test number
    524604570023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,180 miles (+2,240)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    55,180 miles
    Test number
    183296078291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    52,940 miles
    Test number
    362815377499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail52,940 miles (+2,164)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,940 miles
    Test number
    333414077475
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass50,776 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    50,776 miles
    Test number
    693258726262
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inside edge

Questions about V54 FLN

Does V54 FLN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V54 FLN expired on 25 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V54 FLN?
The MOT on V54 FLN expired on 25 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V54 FLN done?
V54 FLN was recorded at 117,444 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 3,460 miles a year.
Has V54 FLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V54 FLN has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V54 FLN 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 V54 FLN find?
V54 FLN failed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 7 major defects and 10 advisories: front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both; nearside front headlamp lens seriously defective; nearside rear stop lamp(s) not working, and 14 more.

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