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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,295 cc

V56 LHKMOT history

V56 LHK is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 24 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 52,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jul 2025
Mileage
52,265 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2024
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 LHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
24 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V56 LHK was last recorded at 52,265 miles on 9 Jul 2024, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,254 miles · 8 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
1,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 52,265 miles
  • 2023 – 51,166 miles
  • 2022 – 48,903 miles
  • 2020 – 47,859 miles
  • 2016 – 47,270 miles
  • 2015 – 47,139 miles
  • 2014 – 47,004 miles
  • 2012 – 46,860 miles
  • 2011 – 44,669 miles
  • 2010 – 40,209 miles
  • 2009 – 35,728 miles
  • 2008 – 31,362 miles
  • 2007 – 26,756 miles
  • 2006 – 22,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,265 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside repeater lens missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth front tyres over 10 yrs oldRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear brake shield corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,265 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    52,265 miles
    Test number
    463805016838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside repeater lens missing
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres over 10 yrs old

  2. Fail52,254 miles (+1,088)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,254 miles
    Test number
    393803037068
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside repeater lens missing
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres over 10 yrs old

  3. Pass51,166 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    51,166 miles
    Test number
    183466253840
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • 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. Fail51,165 miles (+2,262)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,165 miles
    Test number
    192956065463
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Pass48,903 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    48,903 miles
    Test number
    603520418261
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake shield corroded

  6. Fail48,903 miles (+1,044)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,903 miles
    Test number
    483271138779
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake shield corroded

  7. Pass47,859 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    47,859 miles
    Test number
    967276627927
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBattery insecure

  8. Fail47,844 miles (+574)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,844 miles
    Test number
    131842708778
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBattery insecure

  9. Pass47,270 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,270 miles
    Test number
    664793985096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Fail47,270 miles (+131)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,270 miles
    Test number
    713963333912
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass47,139 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    47,139 miles
    Test number
    508611615164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,004 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,004 miles
    Test number
    209088014138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,860 miles (+2,191)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,860 miles
    Test number
    236416142146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,669 miles (+293)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    44,669 miles
    Test number
    705053301130
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s front chassis rail
    • NoteSurface corroion on some mech. componets

  15. Pass44,376 miles (+4,167)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    44,376 miles
    Test number
    526285501048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,209 miles (+4,481)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    40,209 miles
    Test number
    973127800003
    • NoteRear brake pads about 75% worn.

  17. Pass35,728 miles (+4,366)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,728 miles
    Test number
    852785809006
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteRear brake pads about 70% worn n/s o/s

  18. Pass31,362 miles (+4,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    31,362 miles
    Test number
    110808108054
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail26,756 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,756 miles
    Test number
    323588707090
    • Repaired at testFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.

  20. Pass26,756 miles (+3,918)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    26,756 miles
    Test number
    970288407050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.

  21. Pass22,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    22,838 miles
    Test number
    704899006030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,838 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,838 miles
    Test number
    990839906061
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about V56 LHK

Does V56 LHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V56 LHK expired on 12 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V56 LHK?
The MOT on V56 LHK expired on 12 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V56 LHK done?
V56 LHK was recorded at 52,265 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2024, an average of 1,591 miles a year.
Has V56 LHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 LHK has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V56 LHK 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 V56 LHK find?
V56 LHK passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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