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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,295 cc

W5 BAWMOT history

W5 BAW is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 24 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 93,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
93,689 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 BAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
24 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 BAW was last recorded at 93,689 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 3,699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Apr 2021: 84,679 miles, lower than 86,365 miles on 21 Apr 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,990 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,699 miles
Average per year
3,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,689 miles
  • 2025 – 89,990 miles
  • 2024 – 88,953 miles
  • 2023 – 87,829 miles
  • 2022 – 86,360 miles
  • 2021 – 84,684 miles
  • 2020 – 86,365 miles
  • 2019 – 81,215 miles
  • 2018 – 79,006 miles
  • 2017 – 77,291 miles
  • 2016 – 75,162 miles
  • 2015 – 72,726 miles
  • 2014 – 72,483 miles
  • 2013 – 69,460 miles
  • 2012 – 66,339 miles
  • 2011 – 62,790 miles
  • 2010 – 59,870 miles
  • 2009 – 56,320 miles
  • 2008 – 37,272 miles
  • 2007 – 26,304 miles
  • 2006 – 16,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,689 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive signs of an oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,689 miles (+3,699)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    93,689 miles
    Test number
    776348865699
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive signs of an oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass89,990 miles (+1,037)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    89,990 miles
    Test number
    457283714328
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass88,953 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    88,953 miles
    Test number
    469021816593
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  4. Fail88,953 miles (+1,124)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,953 miles
    Test number
    297947674629
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  5. Pass87,829 miles (+1,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    87,829 miles
    Test number
    745276923197
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  6. Pass86,360 miles (+1,676)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    86,360 miles
    Test number
    945239210265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    84,684 miles
    Test number
    812494507653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,679 miles (-1,686)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,679 miles
    Test number
    375636646066
    • MajorPower steering ram leaking damper (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass86,365 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    86,365 miles
    Test number
    545524322990
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component stabalizer (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail86,365 miles (+5,150)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,365 miles
    Test number
    135309819294
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component stabalizer (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass81,215 miles (+2,209)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,215 miles
    Test number
    140281130338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,006 miles (+1,715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,006 miles
    Test number
    700277232068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass77,291 miles (+2,129)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    77,291 miles
    Test number
    202083193680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,162 miles (+2,436)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    75,162 miles
    Test number
    272568161516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,726 miles (+243)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,726 miles
    Test number
    668489285002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,483 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,483 miles
    Test number
    205884304163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,460 miles (+3,121)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    69,460 miles
    Test number
    295269993042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,339 miles (+3,549)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    66,339 miles
    Test number
    536604202183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,790 miles (+2,920)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,790 miles
    Test number
    107441811157
    • DangerousBoth rear tyres low on tread

  20. Pass59,870 miles (+3)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    59,870 miles
    Test number
    800382010187
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEsp/bas light on

  21. Fail59,867 miles (+3,547)4 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,867 miles
    Test number
    231182600164
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEsp/bas light on
    • NoteN/s wiper blade split
    • NoteSteering damper weak

  22. Pass56,320 miles (+19,048)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,320 miles
    Test number
    771825209140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,272 miles (+10,968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,272 miles
    Test number
    593334198085
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass26,304 miles (+10,085)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,304 miles
    Test number
    504055697050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass16,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    16,219 miles
    Test number
    223781986000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W5 BAW

Does W5 BAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 BAW is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on W5 BAW?
The MOT on W5 BAW is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 BAW done?
W5 BAW was recorded at 93,689 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 3,809 miles a year.
Has W5 BAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 BAW has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on W5 BAW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Apr 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on W5 BAW find?
W5 BAW passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking; oil leak, but not excessive signs of an oil leak, and 1 more.

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