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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

V56 RDDMOT history

V56 RDD is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 130,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2024
Mileage
130,968 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 RDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V56 RDD was last recorded at 130,968 miles on 14 Apr 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,961 miles · 6 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 130,968 miles
  • 2022 – 127,460 miles
  • 2021 – 125,063 miles
  • 2020 – 121,942 miles
  • 2018 – 114,640 miles
  • 2017 – 104,934 miles
  • 2016 – 94,521 miles
  • 2015 – 83,396 miles
  • 2014 – 74,169 miles
  • 2013 – 64,280 miles
  • 2012 – 55,250 miles
  • 2011 – 51,496 miles
  • 2009 – 50,504 miles
  • 2008 – 50,035 miles
  • 2007 – 49,349 miles
  • 2006 – 48,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,968 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,968 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    130,968 miles
    Test number
    329873847092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,961 miles (+3,501)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,961 miles
    Test number
    788907704684
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,460 miles (+2,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    127,460 miles
    Test number
    745153386831
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass125,063 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    125,063 miles
    Test number
    583044302584
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail125,063 miles (+3,121)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,063 miles
    Test number
    708332624348
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass121,942 miles (+7,302)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    121,942 miles
    Test number
    845196667729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,640 miles (+9,706)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    114,640 miles
    Test number
    484095218324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,934 miles (+10,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    104,934 miles
    Test number
    147860172732
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass94,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    94,521 miles
    Test number
    479941043854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,521 miles (+11,125)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,521 miles
    Test number
    729942728480
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass83,396 miles (+9,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    83,396 miles
    Test number
    109656955138
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass74,169 miles (+9,889)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,169 miles
    Test number
    586060264180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,280 miles (+9,030)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    64,280 miles
    Test number
    315618753148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,250 miles (+3,754)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    55,250 miles
    Test number
    167872352177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,496 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,496 miles
    Test number
    176479051150
    • NoteN/s mirror lose

  16. Fail51,495 miles (+26)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,495 miles
    Test number
    277642951188
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s mirror lose

  17. Fail51,469 miles (+965)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,469 miles
    Test number
    796784731118
    • FailureNearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  18. Pass50,504 miles (+469)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,504 miles
    Test number
    270883249126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,035 miles (+686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,035 miles
    Test number
    264881848401
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass49,349 miles (+1,217)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    49,349 miles
    Test number
    514902437179
    • NotePlay in both front wheel bearings †osr tyre very close to limit

  21. Pass48,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,132 miles
    Test number
    793180996093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V56 RDD

Does V56 RDD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V56 RDD expired on 13 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V56 RDD?
The MOT on V56 RDD expired on 13 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V56 RDD done?
V56 RDD was recorded at 130,968 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2023, an average of 4,862 miles a year.
Has V56 RDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 RDD has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on V56 RDD 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 RDD find?
V56 RDD passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2023 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside non obligatory mirror damaged; offside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 2 more.

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