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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

V9 LRJMOT history

V9 LRJ is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 77,058 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2026
Mileage
77,058 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V9 LRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V9 LRJ was last recorded at 77,058 miles on 12 Aug 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,058 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,058 miles
  • 2024 – 76,869 miles
  • 2023 – 76,343 miles
  • 2022 – 74,300 miles
  • 2021 – 66,209 miles
  • 2020 – 60,546 miles
  • 2019 – 57,583 miles
  • 2018 – 57,190 miles
  • 2017 – 55,274 miles
  • 2016 – 50,483 miles
  • 2015 – 46,951 miles
  • 2014 – 42,912 miles
  • 2013 – 39,145 miles
  • 2012 – 35,321 miles
  • 2011 – 31,230 miles
  • 2010 – 26,654 miles
  • 2009 – 23,713 miles
  • 2008 – 20,653 miles
  • 2007 – 17,058 miles
  • 2006 – 12,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,058 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,058 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    77,058 miles
    Test number
    685092789734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail77,058 miles (+189)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,058 miles
    Test number
    265497196689
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,869 miles (+155)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    76,869 miles
    Test number
    136475858449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,714 miles (+371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    76,714 miles
    Test number
    974130984863
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass76,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,343 miles
    Test number
    817433722010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail76,343 miles (+2,043)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,343 miles
    Test number
    292019449833
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySrs light off at the time test may be faulty

  7. Pass74,300 miles (+8,091)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    74,300 miles
    Test number
    812826585337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,209 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    66,209 miles
    Test number
    763878985399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,160 miles (+5,614)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,160 miles
    Test number
    843855337053
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass60,546 miles (+2,963)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    60,546 miles
    Test number
    989853765763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,583 miles (+393)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    57,583 miles
    Test number
    949589456047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,190 miles (+1,916)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    57,190 miles
    Test number
    388104611761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,274 miles (+4,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    55,274 miles
    Test number
    697913608708
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass50,483 miles (+3,532)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    50,483 miles
    Test number
    271352619374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass46,951 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    46,951 miles
    Test number
    505155905115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail46,951 miles (+4,039)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,951 miles
    Test number
    408005605147
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass42,912 miles (+3,767)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    42,912 miles
    Test number
    996511494020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,145 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,145 miles
    Test number
    976669293061
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail39,145 miles (+3,824)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,145 miles
    Test number
    959019093038
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass35,321 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    35,321 miles
    Test number
    855007902134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  21. Fail35,321 miles (+4,091)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,321 miles
    Test number
    298677102406
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  22. Pass31,230 miles (+4,576)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,230 miles
    Test number
    927665591033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,654 miles (+2,941)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    26,654 miles
    Test number
    871728680010
    • NoteN/S front tyre wearing slightly low on trear on outer edge.
    • NotePlastic undertrays/covers limit visibility of itmes.

  24. Pass23,713 miles (+3,060)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    23,713 miles
    Test number
    921457319126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,653 miles (+3,595)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,653 miles
    Test number
    981191508132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,058 miles (+4,174)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    17,058 miles
    Test number
    610424177053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass12,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    12,884 miles
    Test number
    164658066419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V9 LRJ

Does V9 LRJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V9 LRJ expired on 11 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V9 LRJ?
The MOT on V9 LRJ expired on 11 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V9 LRJ done?
V9 LRJ was recorded at 77,058 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2025, an average of 3,303 miles a year.
Has V9 LRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V9 LRJ has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on V9 LRJ 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 V9 LRJ find?
V9 LRJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 2 more.

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