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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

V654 GBKMOT history

V654 GBK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 24 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 76,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2024
Mileage
76,141 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V654 GBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V654 GBK was last recorded at 76,141 miles on 21 Sept 2023, 2,005 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,136 miles · 9 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,005 miles
Average per year
3,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 76,141 miles
  • 2022 – 74,136 miles
  • 2021 – 71,483 miles
  • 2020 – 67,987 miles
  • 2019 – 66,372 miles
  • 2018 – 61,249 miles
  • 2017 – 59,881 miles
  • 2016 – 57,485 miles
  • 2015 – 55,429 miles
  • 2014 – 50,352 miles
  • 2013 – 46,014 miles
  • 2012 – 42,669 miles
  • 2011 – 39,332 miles
  • 2010 – 35,526 miles
  • 2009 – 31,938 miles
  • 2008 – 29,225 miles
  • 2007 – 25,525 miles
  • 2006 – 22,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,141 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive borderline

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear of vehicle underneath has corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,141 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,141 miles
    Test number
    291300620937
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail76,141 miles (+2,005)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,141 miles
    Test number
    146286942479
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass74,136 miles (+2,653)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,136 miles
    Test number
    145720371844
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass71,483 miles (+3,496)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    71,483 miles
    Test number
    166186989862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass67,987 miles (+1,615)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    67,987 miles
    Test number
    731191277149
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass66,372 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,372 miles
    Test number
    552510897680
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive borderline (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear of vehicle underneath has corrosion

  7. Fail66,327 miles (+5,078)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,327 miles
    Test number
    233156802103
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect also condensation inside lamp (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive borderline (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear of vehicle underneath has corrosion

  8. Pass61,249 miles (+1,368)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,249 miles
    Test number
    174720897438
    • AdvisoryUnder sheilds fitted to vehicle

  9. Pass59,881 miles (+2,396)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    59,881 miles
    Test number
    781594856454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,485 miles (+2,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    57,485 miles
    Test number
    386547421635
    • 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)

  11. Pass55,429 miles (+5,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    55,429 miles
    Test number
    408159047149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on both shoulders

  12. Pass50,352 miles (+1)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    50,352 miles
    Test number
    529727474131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteVeichle lost its brakes during brake test due to burst pipe

  13. Fail50,351 miles (+4,337)1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,351 miles
    Test number
    367156274113
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteVeichle lost its brakes during brake test due to burst pipe

  14. Pass46,014 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    46,014 miles
    Test number
    265092363448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail46,014 miles (+3,345)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,014 miles
    Test number
    439312263120
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass42,669 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,669 miles
    Test number
    725922072114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,332 miles (+3,806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    39,332 miles
    Test number
    119749971156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail35,526 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,526 miles
    Test number
    490072560182
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres cracked/perished

  19. Pass35,526 miles (+3,588)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    35,526 miles
    Test number
    502942460178
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres cracked/perished

  20. Pass31,938 miles (+2,713)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,938 miles
    Test number
    491066849146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,225 miles (+3,700)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,225 miles
    Test number
    293639078155
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes starting to corrode...front brake pads getting low...slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

  22. Pass25,525 miles (+2,962)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,525 miles
    Test number
    384714377172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,563 miles
    Test number
    272059276400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,563 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,563 miles
    Test number
    360154876105
    • FailureCentre Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about V654 GBK

Does V654 GBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V654 GBK expired on 20 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V654 GBK?
The MOT on V654 GBK expired on 20 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V654 GBK done?
V654 GBK was recorded at 76,141 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2023, an average of 3,107 miles a year.
Has V654 GBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V654 GBK has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on V654 GBK 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 V654 GBK find?
V654 GBK passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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