Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

V638 KGJMOT history

V638 KGJ is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 15 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 65,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
65,267 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,678 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for V638 KGJ in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
V638 KGJ
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
15 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V638 KGJ was last recorded at 65,267 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 1,005 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,262 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,005 miles
Average per year
1,678 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,267 miles
  • 2025 – 64,262 miles
  • 2024 – 63,247 miles
  • 2023 – 62,886 miles
  • 2021 – 61,625 miles
  • 2020 – 59,377 miles
  • 2019 – 59,123 miles
  • 2018 – 57,781 miles
  • 2017 – 55,231 miles
  • 2016 – 52,954 miles
  • 2015 – 52,502 miles
  • 2014 – 49,887 miles
  • 2013 – 45,836 miles
  • 2012 – 45,115 miles
  • 2011 – 44,320 miles
  • 2010 – 41,577 miles
  • 2009 – 38,332 miles
  • 2008 – 34,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,267 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,267 miles (+1,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    65,267 miles
    Test number
    743244760416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass64,262 miles (+1,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    64,262 miles
    Test number
    536794249067
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass63,247 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    63,247 miles
    Test number
    605125048148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail63,224 miles (+338)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,224 miles
    Test number
    406754245340
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 50 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass62,886 miles (+1,261)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    62,886 miles
    Test number
    515790667741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass61,625 miles (+2,037)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    61,625 miles
    Test number
    453210220586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,588 miles (+211)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    59,588 miles
    Test number
    281651276992
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE'S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play BOTH SIDE'S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH SIDE'S (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDE'S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass59,377 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    59,377 miles
    Test number
    977833400373
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail59,377 miles (+254)2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,377 miles
    Test number
    275453012856
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass59,123 miles (+1,342)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    59,123 miles
    Test number
    542573478656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    57,781 miles
    Test number
    383892816633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail57,782 miles (+2,551)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,782 miles
    Test number
    634060752249
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  13. Pass55,231 miles (+2,277)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    55,231 miles
    Test number
    808414380723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,954 miles (+452)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    52,954 miles
    Test number
    544253924055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,502 miles (+2,615)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,502 miles
    Test number
    175660645426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,887 miles (+4,051)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    49,887 miles
    Test number
    289299664056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,836 miles (+721)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,836 miles
    Test number
    465161803158
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass45,115 miles (+795)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    45,115 miles
    Test number
    317080532056
    • NoteFront brake discs have surface corrosion

  19. Pass44,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    44,320 miles
    Test number
    458312331008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,320 miles (+2,743)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,320 miles
    Test number
    847652131085
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass41,577 miles (+3,245)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    41,577 miles
    Test number
    972055520078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,332 miles (+4,006)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,332 miles
    Test number
    582048729021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,326 miles
    Test number
    483378428078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V638 KGJ

Does V638 KGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V638 KGJ is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V638 KGJ?
The MOT on V638 KGJ is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V638 KGJ done?
V638 KGJ was recorded at 65,267 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 1,678 miles a year.
Has V638 KGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V638 KGJ has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on V638 KGJ 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 V638 KGJ find?
V638 KGJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside front; rear fluid leak, but not excessive diff damp.

Related registrations

Browse all V638 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.