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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

V71 FPHMOT history

V71 FPH is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2023
Mileage
99,676 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V71 FPH
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V71 FPH was last recorded at 99,676 miles on 2 Sept 2022, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,622 miles · 26 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
3,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,676 miles
  • 2021 – 99,570 miles
  • 2019 – 98,660 miles
  • 2018 – 97,478 miles
  • 2017 – 95,483 miles
  • 2016 – 92,831 miles
  • 2015 – 87,803 miles
  • 2014 – 83,000 miles
  • 2013 – 76,949 miles
  • 2012 – 72,647 miles
  • 2011 – 68,702 miles
  • 2010 – 62,541 miles
  • 2009 – 56,544 miles
  • 2008 – 50,394 miles
  • 2007 – 43,866 miles
  • 2006 – 37,058 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,676 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,676 miles (+54)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,676 miles
    Test number
    759058940908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded

  2. Fail99,622 miles (+52)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,622 miles
    Test number
    880261202838
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded

  3. Fail99,570 miles (+910)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,570 miles
    Test number
    364810861632
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake insecure (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake insecure (1.1.21 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass98,660 miles (+1,182)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,660 miles
    Test number
    755577657178
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryFuel smell at rear of vehicle - No leaks at test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside and suspension corroded throughout

  5. Pass97,478 miles (+1,995)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    97,478 miles
    Test number
    768096170592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,483 miles (+2,652)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,483 miles
    Test number
    274423553582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,831 miles (+5,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    92,831 miles
    Test number
    816561064555
    • AdvisoryFront engine undershield heavilly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailpipe (7.1.2)

  8. Pass87,803 miles (+4,803)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    87,803 miles
    Test number
    296329115008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,000 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    83,000 miles
    Test number
    437649144071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,998 miles (+6,049)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,998 miles
    Test number
    875568844076
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass76,949 miles (+4,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    76,949 miles
    Test number
    329048423090
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass72,647 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    72,647 miles
    Test number
    578680632087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,589 miles (+3,887)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,589 miles
    Test number
    809563512069
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass68,702 miles (+6,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    68,702 miles
    Test number
    887709011070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass62,541 miles (+5,997)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    62,541 miles
    Test number
    221969110069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass56,544 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    56,544 miles
    Test number
    784781529027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,541 miles (+6,147)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,541 miles
    Test number
    754737219041
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass50,394 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    50,394 miles
    Test number
    203192228056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail50,390 miles (+6,524)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,390 miles
    Test number
    541017218074
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass43,866 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,866 miles
    Test number
    463787517075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail43,866 miles (+6,808)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,866 miles
    Test number
    564817517024
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass37,058 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    37,058 miles
    Test number
    831669216037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail37,055 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,055 miles
    Test number
    361008816074
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about V71 FPH

Does V71 FPH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V71 FPH expired on 1 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V71 FPH?
The MOT on V71 FPH expired on 1 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V71 FPH done?
V71 FPH was recorded at 99,676 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2022, an average of 3,767 miles a year.
Has V71 FPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V71 FPH has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on V71 FPH 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 V71 FPH find?
V71 FPH passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2022 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front side repeater slightly discoloured; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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