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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 3,498 cc

V6 XMKMOT history

V6 XMK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 7 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 150,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2025.

V6 XMK silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2026
Mileage
150,179 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 XMK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 XMK was last recorded at 150,179 miles on 15 Jul 2025, 201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,978 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
201 miles
Average per year
6,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 150,179 miles
  • 2024 – 148,953 miles
  • 2023 – 146,377 miles
  • 2022 – 141,843 miles
  • 2019 – 132,780 miles
  • 2018 – 122,008 miles
  • 2017 – 115,805 miles
  • 2016 – 109,510 miles
  • 2015 – 102,627 miles
  • 2014 – 95,752 miles
  • 2013 – 87,901 miles
  • 2012 – 80,630 miles
  • 2011 – 65,742 miles
  • 2010 – 54,462 miles
  • 2009 – 40,921 miles
  • 2008 – 29,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,179 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeavy knocking noise from nearside front. front suspension arm front very soft. Requires replacement asap.
  • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyledRecorded 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.

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Engine light stopping on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,179 miles (+201)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    150,179 miles
    Test number
    953060556863
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryHeavy knocking noise from nearside front. front suspension arm front very soft. Requires replacement asap.
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled

  2. Fail149,978 miles (+1,025)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,978 miles
    Test number
    544722318318
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front most arm. aAnd front bush very soft and knocking. Recommend replace. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled

  3. Pass148,953 miles (+24)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    148,953 miles
    Test number
    616731182188
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arms front bushes worn (recommend replace. Knocking noise

  4. Fail148,929 miles (+2,552)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,929 miles
    Test number
    298752556348
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and nearly worn to canvas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass146,377 miles (+4,534)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    146,377 miles
    Test number
    398184641246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass141,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    141,843 miles
    Test number
    453185586399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail141,843 miles (+9,063)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,843 miles
    Test number
    486797871689
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass132,780 miles (+10,772)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    132,780 miles
    Test number
    187766564426
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just meets required performance

  9. Pass122,008 miles (+6,203)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    122,008 miles
    Test number
    754792520632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,805 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    115,805 miles
    Test number
    282063906253
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine light stopping on

  11. Fail115,804 miles (+6,294)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,804 miles
    Test number
    656494543420
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine light stopping on

  12. Pass109,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    109,510 miles
    Test number
    662782007134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail109,509 miles (+6,882)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,509 miles
    Test number
    175290986331
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass102,627 miles (+6,875)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    102,627 miles
    Test number
    836468725034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass95,752 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    95,752 miles
    Test number
    425906934075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail95,751 miles (+7,850)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,751 miles
    Test number
    436365734083
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass87,901 miles (+7,271)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    87,901 miles
    Test number
    995648233016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,630 miles (+14,888)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    80,630 miles
    Test number
    778101712026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,742 miles (+11,280)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    65,742 miles
    Test number
    137735411419
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS, INNER FACES OF THE DISCS ARE WEARING SLIGHTLY UN-EVENLY ON THE FACES AND ARE LIPPED SLIGHTLY
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS LOOK TO BE WEARING LOW .
    • NoteSLIGHT OIL DAMPNESS FROM THE REAR OF THE ENGINE AREA

  20. Pass54,462 miles (+13,541)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,462 miles
    Test number
    360066310094
    • NoteADVISE. BOTH FRONT TYRES INNER TREAD AREAS ARE STARTING TO GET LOW, UN-EVEN TYRE WEAR STARTING ON BOTH FRONT TYRES. ADVISE A WHEEL ALINEMENT CHECK,
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS INNER FACES ARE SLIGHTLY LIPPED AND LIGHTLY SCORED ON INNER FACES
    • NoteSTRONG ADVISE. OIL LEAK FROM REAR OF ENGINE

  21. Pass40,921 miles (+569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    40,921 miles
    Test number
    254757319010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail40,352 miles (+11,308)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,352 miles
    Test number
    734720619072
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass29,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    29,044 miles
    Test number
    102915028033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 XMK

Does V6 XMK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V6 XMK expired on 20 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V6 XMK?
The MOT on V6 XMK expired on 20 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V6 XMK done?
V6 XMK was recorded at 150,179 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2025, an average of 6,934 miles a year.
Has V6 XMK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 XMK has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on V6 XMK 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 V6 XMK find?
V6 XMK passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2025 with 4 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated both front; play in steering rack inner joint(s); heavy knocking noise from nearside front. front suspension arm front very soft. requires replacement asap., and 1 more.

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