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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

X3 RTSMOT history

X3 RTS is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 22 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 78,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
78,775 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 RTS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 RTS was last recorded at 78,775 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 583 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,192 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
583 miles
Average per year
2,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,775 miles
  • 2025 – 78,192 miles
  • 2023 – 76,490 miles
  • 2022 – 75,699 miles
  • 2021 – 74,382 miles
  • 2020 – 70,804 miles
  • 2019 – 68,234 miles
  • 2017 – 64,436 miles
  • 2016 – 61,536 miles
  • 2015 – 58,479 miles
  • 2014 – 55,705 miles
  • 2012 – 53,654 miles
  • 2011 – 46,884 miles
  • 2010 – 44,701 miles
  • 2009 – 41,211 miles
  • 2008 – 29,168 miles
  • 2007 – 25,617 miles
  • 2006 – 19,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,775 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,775 miles (+583)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    78,775 miles
    Test number
    549625903041
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass78,192 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,192 miles
    Test number
    469528922805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail78,190 miles (+1,700)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,190 miles
    Test number
    484075582683
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing housing insecure prop bearing mount (6.1.7 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced water in head lamp (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear main (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass76,490 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    76,490 miles
    Test number
    780719418764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail76,490 miles (+791)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,490 miles
    Test number
    442192677581
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass75,699 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    75,699 miles
    Test number
    756456269376
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail75,696 miles (+1,314)1 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,696 miles
    Test number
    425168448428
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass74,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    74,382 miles
    Test number
    942239638439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,382 miles (+3,578)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,382 miles
    Test number
    936973662137
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass70,804 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    70,804 miles
    Test number
    346090215170
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail70,804 miles (+2,570)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,804 miles
    Test number
    940881529411
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass68,234 miles (+3,798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,234 miles
    Test number
    594350038401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass64,436 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    64,436 miles
    Test number
    290638907279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail64,436 miles (+2,900)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,436 miles
    Test number
    571650927619
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass61,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    61,536 miles
    Test number
    594936627485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,536 miles (+3,057)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,536 miles
    Test number
    857875310244
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass58,479 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,479 miles
    Test number
    385527585125
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail58,479 miles (+2,774)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,479 miles
    Test number
    457247485136
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass55,705 miles (+2,051)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,705 miles
    Test number
    677937994045
    • NoteAll tyres perished slightly
    • NoteBoth front wheel bearings slight play
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass53,654 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    53,654 miles
    Test number
    709085922147
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail53,649 miles (+6,765)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,649 miles
    Test number
    306574222135
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass46,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    46,884 miles
    Test number
    975286421189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,884 miles (+2,183)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,884 miles
    Test number
    867336021143
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass44,701 miles (+3,490)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,701 miles
    Test number
    471088570024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,211 miles (+117)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    41,211 miles
    Test number
    271130299015
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteScreen chipped zone A

  26. Fail41,094 miles (+11,926)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,094 miles
    Test number
    561949589064
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteScreen chipped zone A

  27. Pass29,168 miles (+3,551)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    29,168 miles
    Test number
    983565488082
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass25,617 miles (+5,787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,617 miles
    Test number
    761798467034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass19,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,830 miles
    Test number
    154213666028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X3 RTS

Does X3 RTS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 RTS is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 RTS?
The MOT on X3 RTS is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 RTS done?
X3 RTS was recorded at 78,775 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 2,873 miles a year.
Has X3 RTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 RTS has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on X3 RTS 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 X3 RTS find?
X3 RTS passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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