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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 2,295 cc

W465 ULMMOT history

W465 ULM is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 27 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 93,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2023
Mileage
93,001 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W465 ULM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

W465 ULM was last recorded at 93,001 miles on 4 Jul 2022, 63 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,938 miles · 6 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
63 miles
Average per year
2,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,001 miles
  • 2021 – 92,938 miles
  • 2019 – 92,563 miles
  • 2018 – 91,849 miles
  • 2017 – 90,635 miles
  • 2016 – 88,332 miles
  • 2015 – 85,295 miles
  • 2014 – 83,421 miles
  • 2012 – 79,718 miles
  • 2011 – 75,164 miles
  • 2010 – 69,393 miles
  • 2009 – 61,945 miles
  • 2008 – 53,882 miles
  • 2007 – 49,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,001 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower fog light not working
  • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight lens fadingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides getting rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides in treads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,001 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    93,001 miles
    Test number
    365466662824
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight lens fading
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides getting rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail93,001 miles (+63)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,001 miles
    Test number
    995276983712
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight lens fading
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides getting rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass92,938 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    92,938 miles
    Test number
    618527475067
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight lens fading
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail92,938 miles (+375)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,938 miles
    Test number
    809656716550
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight lens fading
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass92,563 miles (+714)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,563 miles
    Test number
    530658546103
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass91,849 miles (+1,214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    91,849 miles
    Test number
    451667915873
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass90,635 miles (+2,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    90,635 miles
    Test number
    158420099965
    • AdvisoryOffside repeater lens missing

  8. Pass88,332 miles (+3,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    88,332 miles
    Test number
    711890488505
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished and cracked

  9. Pass85,295 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    85,295 miles
    Test number
    329002815057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Fail85,295 miles (+1,874)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,295 miles
    Test number
    177732815054
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  11. Pass83,421 miles (+3,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    83,421 miles
    Test number
    307765114046
    • 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)

  12. Pass79,718 miles (+4,554)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    79,718 miles
    Test number
    295297212391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBolts between exhaust front pipe and cat corroded

  13. Pass75,164 miles (+5,771)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    75,164 miles
    Test number
    727715611322
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass69,393 miles (+7,448)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    69,393 miles
    Test number
    600655410319
    • NoteColumn switch gear slightly loose
    • NoteNearside front bottom balljoint has play close to limits
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low
    • NoteSlight play nearside front hub

  15. Pass61,945 miles (+8,063)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    61,945 miles
    Test number
    753444429389
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low
    • NoteOffside front tyre on legal limits
    • NoteSlight lift both front bottom balljoints close to manufacturer's limits
    • NoteSlight movement in column switch gear

  16. Pass53,882 miles (+1,331)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    53,882 miles
    Test number
    120752438376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,551 miles (+3,292)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    52,551 miles
    Test number
    663727888045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    49,259 miles
    Test number
    562652117043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W465 ULM

Does W465 ULM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W465 ULM expired on 5 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W465 ULM?
The MOT on W465 ULM expired on 5 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W465 ULM done?
W465 ULM was recorded at 93,001 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2022, an average of 2,827 miles a year.
Has W465 ULM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W465 ULM has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on W465 ULM 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 W465 ULM find?
W465 ULM passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front lower fog light not working; offside front headlight lens fading, and 2 more.

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