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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

X5 PKMMOT history

X5 PKM is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 23 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 43,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
43,739 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 PKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 PKM was last recorded at 43,739 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 1,001 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,738 miles · 13 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1,001 miles
Average per year
2,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,739 miles
  • 2025 – 34,476 miles
  • 2024 – 28,721 miles
  • 2023 – 25,861 miles
  • 2022 – 19,642 miles
  • 2021 – 16,766 miles
  • 2020 – 12,533 miles
  • 2014 – 11,980 miles
  • 2013 – 9,271 miles
  • 2012 – 5,923 miles
  • 2010 – 4,998 miles
  • 2009 – 3,851 miles
  • 2008 – 3,569 miles
  • 2007 – 3,174 miles
  • 2006 – 2,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,739 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2255016 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,739 miles (+1,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    43,739 miles
    Test number
    700518355246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2255016 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail42,738 miles (+8,262)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,738 miles
    Test number
    758508907148
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2255016 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass34,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    34,476 miles
    Test number
    647625395946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail34,476 miles (+5,755)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,476 miles
    Test number
    630053442649
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass28,721 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    28,721 miles
    Test number
    636562492443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail28,720 miles (+2,859)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,720 miles
    Test number
    226052705496
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass25,861 miles (+6,219)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    25,861 miles
    Test number
    936103763374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass19,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    19,642 miles
    Test number
    674440570641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail19,642 miles (+2,876)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,642 miles
    Test number
    648545716912
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass16,766 miles (+4,233)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    16,766 miles
    Test number
    216644657203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass12,533 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    12,533 miles
    Test number
    632177492740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail12,531 miles (+551)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,531 miles
    Test number
    542069893815
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding all brakes (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass11,980 miles (+2,709)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    11,980 miles
    Test number
    219305884462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass9,271 miles (+3,348)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    9,271 miles
    Test number
    778840093103
    • NoteHIGHVISE ONLY 50% WORKING

  15. Pass5,923 miles (+925)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    5,923 miles
    Test number
    706361492196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass4,998 miles (+1,147)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    4,998 miles
    Test number
    451737900277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass3,851 miles (+282)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    3,851 miles
    Test number
    392992029214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass3,569 miles (+395)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    3,569 miles
    Test number
    740844908240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass3,174 miles (+396)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    3,174 miles
    Test number
    200358817224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass2,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    2,778 miles
    Test number
    273172896489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 PKM

Does X5 PKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 PKM is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 PKM?
The MOT on X5 PKM is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 PKM done?
X5 PKM was recorded at 43,739 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 2,037 miles a year.
Has X5 PKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 PKM has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 PKM 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 X5 PKM find?
X5 PKM passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2255016.

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