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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,998 cc

X42 ROOMOT history

X42 ROO is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 7 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 157,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
157,227 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X42 ROO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X42 ROO was last recorded at 157,227 miles on 12 May 2026, 8,645 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,582 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,645 miles
Average per year
6,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,227 miles
  • 2025 – 148,582 miles
  • 2024 – 134,576 miles
  • 2023 – 118,647 miles
  • 2022 – 103,406 miles
  • 2021 – 88,615 miles
  • 2020 – 81,273 miles
  • 2019 – 72,953 miles
  • 2018 – 62,371 miles
  • 2017 – 53,409 miles
  • 2016 – 46,983 miles
  • 2015 – 39,857 miles
  • 2014 – 38,152 miles
  • 2013 – 35,690 miles
  • 2012 – 33,984 miles
  • 2011 – 31,733 miles
  • 2010 – 29,853 miles
  • 2009 – 28,361 miles
  • 2008 – 26,112 miles
  • 2007 – 23,700 miles
  • 2006 – 21,300 miles
  • 2005 – 19,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,227 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear differential leaking oil slightly

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.

  • Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,227 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    157,227 miles
    Test number
    545498535781
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking oil slightly

  2. Fail157,227 miles (+8,645)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,227 miles
    Test number
    129317639858
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear differential leaking oil slightly

  3. Pass148,582 miles (+548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    148,582 miles
    Test number
    482436800887
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering adjustment inoperative

  4. Fail148,034 miles (+13,458)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,034 miles
    Test number
    675101681803
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working N/S & O/S (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass134,576 miles (+15,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    134,576 miles
    Test number
    166794810567
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp condensated

  6. Pass118,647 miles (+15,241)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    118,647 miles
    Test number
    734727897257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,406 miles (+14,791)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    103,406 miles
    Test number
    731774136290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    88,615 miles
    Test number
    122474585336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,615 miles (+7,342)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,615 miles
    Test number
    789964141881
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass81,273 miles (+8,320)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    81,273 miles
    Test number
    348869493158
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps condensated
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear tyres getting low on tread

  11. Pass72,953 miles (+10,582)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2020
    Odometer
    72,953 miles
    Test number
    388925012310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,371 miles (+8,962)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,371 miles
    Test number
    347913880236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,409 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,409 miles
    Test number
    843901451870
    • AdvisoryWINDSCREEN DAMAGE O/S BOTTOM CORNER

  14. Fail53,409 miles (+6,426)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,409 miles
    Test number
    169980533772
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour BOTH REAR INDICATOR LAMPS (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWINDSCREEN DAMAGE O/S BOTTOM CORNER

  15. Pass46,983 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    46,983 miles
    Test number
    636644112904
    • AdvisorySome damage to windscreen
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  16. Fail46,983 miles (+7,126)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,983 miles
    Test number
    317633119228
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low N/S & O/S (1.8)
    • AdvisorySome damage to windscreen
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  17. Pass39,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    39,857 miles
    Test number
    699399845105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,857 miles (+1,705)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,857 miles
    Test number
    446018945188
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass38,152 miles (+2,462)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    38,152 miles
    Test number
    175633234240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  20. Pass35,690 miles (+1,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    35,690 miles
    Test number
    225008143238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  21. Pass33,984 miles (+2,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,984 miles
    Test number
    715080252293
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  22. Pass31,733 miles (+1,880)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    31,733 miles
    Test number
    578100931224
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front lower suspension ball joint.
    • NoteSteering damper slightly damp.

  23. Pass29,853 miles (+1,492)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    29,853 miles
    Test number
    382471230217
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside lower suspension ball joint.
    • NoteSteering damper is slightly damp.

  24. Pass28,361 miles (+2,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,361 miles
    Test number
    352559139248
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  25. Pass26,112 miles (+2,412)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    26,112 miles
    Test number
    841881248266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,700 miles (+2,400)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,700 miles
    Test number
    310452147254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,300 miles (+2,272)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    21,300 miles
    Test number
    360503846412
    • NoteN/S/F tyre is on 2.5mm on edges.
    • NoteN/S/R tyre is on 2mm in the centre.
    • NoteO/S/R tyre is on 2mm in the centre.

  28. Pass19,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    19,028 miles
    Test number
    663604845293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X42 ROO

Does X42 ROO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X42 ROO is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X42 ROO?
The MOT on X42 ROO is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X42 ROO done?
X42 ROO was recorded at 157,227 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 6,679 miles a year.
Has X42 ROO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X42 ROO has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X42 ROO 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 X42 ROO find?
X42 ROO passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 advisory: rear differential leaking oil slightly.

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