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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,295 cc

X443 NBJMOT history

X443 NBJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 166,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2023
Mileage
166,030 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X443 NBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X443 NBJ was last recorded at 166,030 miles on 18 Nov 2022, 1,924 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,106 miles · 19 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,924 miles
Average per year
5,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 166,030 miles
  • 2021 – 164,106 miles
  • 2020 – 159,942 miles
  • 2019 – 155,239 miles
  • 2018 – 149,720 miles
  • 2017 – 143,849 miles
  • 2016 – 139,499 miles
  • 2015 – 135,877 miles
  • 2014 – 131,644 miles
  • 2013 – 125,590 miles
  • 2012 – 117,708 miles
  • 2011 – 113,127 miles
  • 2010 – 109,194 miles
  • 2009 – 100,725 miles
  • 2008 – 93,514 miles
  • 2007 – 85,936 miles
  • 2006 – 79,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,030 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,030 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    166,030 miles
    Test number
    702488166080
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail166,030 miles (+1,924)2 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,030 miles
    Test number
    397770828342
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass164,106 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    164,106 miles
    Test number
    885875446382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail164,102 miles (+4,160)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,102 miles
    Test number
    777510272721
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass159,942 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    159,942 miles
    Test number
    567323221982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail159,940 miles (+4,701)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,940 miles
    Test number
    712018936913
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass155,239 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    155,239 miles
    Test number
    939169921999
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFinal drive leaking oil

  8. Fail155,239 miles (+5,519)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,239 miles
    Test number
    131542096760
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFinal drive leaking oil

  9. Pass149,720 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    149,720 miles
    Test number
    151985331424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail149,720 miles (+5,871)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,720 miles
    Test number
    589060560676
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass143,849 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    143,849 miles
    Test number
    636199007014
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail143,849 miles (+4,350)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,849 miles
    Test number
    984595123833
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass139,499 miles (+3,622)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    139,499 miles
    Test number
    680483854217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear Tyre worn inner edge +nail in Tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail135,877 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,877 miles
    Test number
    558261245154
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  15. Pass135,877 miles (+4,233)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    135,877 miles
    Test number
    855051045119
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  16. Pass131,644 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    131,644 miles
    Test number
    976701854128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail131,643 miles (+6,053)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,643 miles
    Test number
    389671254111
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass125,590 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    125,590 miles
    Test number
    305611453134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail125,590 miles (+7,882)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,590 miles
    Test number
    986641553182
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass117,708 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    117,708 miles
    Test number
    265085722142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail117,707 miles (+4,580)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,707 miles
    Test number
    135535722188
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass113,127 miles (+3,933)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    113,127 miles
    Test number
    907231831136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass109,194 miles (+8,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    109,194 miles
    Test number
    810142950121
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass100,725 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    100,725 miles
    Test number
    221456449122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  25. Fail100,725 miles (+7,211)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,725 miles
    Test number
    704626149115
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  26. Pass93,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    93,514 miles
    Test number
    494282158106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail93,514 miles (+7,578)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,514 miles
    Test number
    873342258170
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Pass85,936 miles (+6,154)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    85,936 miles
    Test number
    903969447126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass79,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    79,782 miles
    Test number
    434682656196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X443 NBJ

Does X443 NBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X443 NBJ expired on 18 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X443 NBJ?
The MOT on X443 NBJ expired on 18 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X443 NBJ done?
X443 NBJ was recorded at 166,030 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2022, an average of 5,238 miles a year.
Has X443 NBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X443 NBJ has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on X443 NBJ 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 X443 NBJ find?
X443 NBJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2022 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front fuel pipe/s corroded, and 6 more.

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