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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

V685 ELFMOT history

V685 ELF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 14 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 102,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2024
Mileage
102,557 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V685 ELF
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
14 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V685 ELF was last recorded at 102,557 miles on 9 Mar 2023, 489 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,068 miles · 28 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
489 miles
Average per year
3,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 102,557 miles
  • 2022 – 102,068 miles
  • 2021 – 101,777 miles
  • 2020 – 101,283 miles
  • 2019 – 100,424 miles
  • 2018 – 98,683 miles
  • 2017 – 95,292 miles
  • 2016 – 91,471 miles
  • 2015 – 87,712 miles
  • 2014 – 84,230 miles
  • 2013 – 82,006 miles
  • 2012 – 79,763 miles
  • 2011 – 76,343 miles
  • 2010 – 72,240 miles
  • 2009 – 68,144 miles
  • 2008 – 60,417 miles
  • 2007 – 53,165 miles
  • 2006 – 47,135 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,557 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light not working

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 hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL tyres slightly cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6-2mm and wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front outer tyre wall perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,557 miles (+489)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    102,557 miles
    Test number
    207106404725
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light not working

  2. Pass102,068 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    102,068 miles
    Test number
    113655204984
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL tyres slightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail102,067 miles (+290)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,067 miles
    Test number
    418037836453
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Fuel system component leaking Fuel leaking from filter/ pump area, NOTE: Cover fitted to this area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL tyres slightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass101,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    101,777 miles
    Test number
    688765468567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail101,777 miles (+494)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,777 miles
    Test number
    537974753291
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Dash cam disconnect for purpose of carrying out mot test
    • AdvisoryNOTE: Exhaust catalytic converters breaking down and rattling

  6. Pass101,283 miles (+859)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,283 miles
    Test number
    685746370716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass100,424 miles (+1,741)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    100,424 miles
    Test number
    700409085041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,683 miles (+3,391)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    98,683 miles
    Test number
    285057329762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass95,292 miles (+1)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    95,292 miles
    Test number
    932678707801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6-2mm and wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer tyre wall perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre also deep cut in centre of tread (no cords exposed)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6-2mm and wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer tyre wall perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake pipes coated in grease limiting inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted front and rear limiting inspection

  10. Fail95,291 miles (+3,820)1 dangerous2 repaired18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,291 miles
    Test number
    107546586323
    • DangerousSteering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play idler arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6-2mm and wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer tyre wall perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre also deep cut in centre of tread (no cords exposed)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6-2mm and wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer tyre wall perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake pipes coated in grease limiting inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted front and rear limiting inspection

  11. Pass91,471 miles (+3,759)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    91,471 miles
    Test number
    723934779858
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge.

  12. Pass87,712 miles (+3,482)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,712 miles
    Test number
    348837515475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,230 miles (+2,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,230 miles
    Test number
    717944404259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass82,006 miles (+2,243)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,006 miles
    Test number
    928174483172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,763 miles (+3,420)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,763 miles
    Test number
    476753302267
    • NoteDifferent size tyres front and rear
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp not working

  16. Pass76,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,343 miles
    Test number
    606717701298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,342 miles (+4,102)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,342 miles
    Test number
    995227601238
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  18. Pass72,240 miles (+4,096)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,240 miles
    Test number
    153750290107
    • NoteFront tyres different size to rears
    • NoteOffside front tyre low on inside edge

  19. Pass68,144 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    68,144 miles
    Test number
    861642519299
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR BRAKE DISC SCORED

  20. Fail68,144 miles (+7,727)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,144 miles
    Test number
    774151519253
    • FailureCentre Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR BRAKE DISC SCORED

  21. Pass60,417 miles (+7,252)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    60,417 miles
    Test number
    493066188195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,165 miles (+6,030)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    53,165 miles
    Test number
    991746827227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,135 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    47,135 miles
    Test number
    721565656272
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V685 ELF

Does V685 ELF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V685 ELF expired on 27 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V685 ELF?
The MOT on V685 ELF expired on 27 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V685 ELF done?
V685 ELF was recorded at 102,557 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2023, an average of 3,361 miles a year.
Has V685 ELF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V685 ELF has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on V685 ELF 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 V685 ELF find?
V685 ELF passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2023 with 3 advisories: exhaust noisy; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front fog light not working.

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