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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,796 cc

X2 EFSMOT history

X2 EFS is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 22 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 132,741 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

X2 EFS silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
132,741 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X2 EFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X2 EFS was last recorded at 132,741 miles on 20 May 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,736 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
10,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,741 miles
  • 2025 – 123,433 miles
  • 2024 – 115,336 miles
  • 2023 – 105,448 miles
  • 2022 – 95,370 miles
  • 2021 – 83,339 miles
  • 2020 – 68,481 miles
  • 2019 – 53,541 miles
  • 2018 – 45,141 miles
  • 2017 – 38,662 miles
  • 2016 – 27,625 miles
  • 2015 – 15,467 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,741 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratches in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBonnet release handle insecure but is still operationalRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside front day time running light inoperative. Outside of fail criteriaRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Misting of oil around rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offsideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Exhaust flexi separating

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside lower arm inner bushes cracking

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35/18

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front arm bushes cracking / slight movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,741 miles (+5)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    132,741 miles
    Test number
    306122003740
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratches in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle insecure but is still operational
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front day time running light inoperative. Outside of fail criteria
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Misting of oil around rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail132,736 miles (+9,303)2 dangerous3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,736 miles
    Test number
    853101310068
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Scratches in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle insecure but is still operational
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front day time running light inoperative. Outside of fail criteria
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Misting of oil around rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass123,433 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    123,433 miles
    Test number
    631311945522
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi separating
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front arm bushes cracking / slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit / worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front day time running light inoperative, Outside of fail criteria
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside lower arm inner bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail123,427 miles (+8,091)2 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,427 miles
    Test number
    299978888208
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi separating
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front arm bushes cracking / slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit / worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front day time running light inoperative, Outside of fail criteria
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside lower arm inner bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,336 miles (+8)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    115,336 miles
    Test number
    527029070820
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi separating
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside Front arm bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Day time running light inoperative. Outside of fail criteria
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside lower arm inner bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail115,328 miles (+9,880)2 dangerous5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,328 miles
    Test number
    191271616721
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi separating
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside Front arm bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Day time running light inoperative. Outside of fail criteria
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs score / corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside lower arm inner bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,448 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    105,448 miles
    Test number
    775696079127
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside lenses weathered (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail105,442 miles (+10,072)2 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,442 miles
    Test number
    142966102328
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside lenses weathered (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play in d mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass95,370 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    95,370 miles
    Test number
    449661242235
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside & offside outer head lamp lenses weathering (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link upper & lower dust cover deteriorating (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratches in swept area's (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside front D bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre to rear brake pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside & offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play drop link has play / dust covers deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil residue engine area's (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail95,370 miles (+12,031)1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,370 miles
    Test number
    487516095876
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside & offside outer head lamp lenses weathering (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link upper & lower dust cover deteriorating (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratches in swept area's (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside & offside front D bushes deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre to rear brake pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside & offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play drop link has play / dust covers deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil residue engine area's (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass83,339 miles (+14,858)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    83,339 miles
    Test number
    915749822025
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil Residue Engine Area

  12. Pass68,481 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    68,481 miles
    Test number
    270313406424
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail68,471 miles (+14,930)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,471 miles
    Test number
    210171826493
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass53,541 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    53,541 miles
    Test number
    712888501390
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched within the swept area's (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside front tyres are worn on the inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail53,541 miles (+8,400)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,541 miles
    Test number
    523770017875
    • 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched within the swept area's (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside front tyres are worn on the inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass45,141 miles (+6,479)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,141 miles
    Test number
    408551981122
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside on limit now (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass38,662 miles (+11,037)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,662 miles
    Test number
    510421146824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,625 miles (+12,158)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    27,625 miles
    Test number
    759165378816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    15,467 miles
    Test number
    975052275064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X2 EFS

Does X2 EFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X2 EFS is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X2 EFS?
The MOT on X2 EFS is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X2 EFS done?
X2 EFS was recorded at 132,741 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 10,483 miles a year.
Has X2 EFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X2 EFS has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X2 EFS 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 X2 EFS find?
X2 EFS passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratches in swept area; bonnet release handle insecure but is still operational; driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed, and 8 more.

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