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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

X778 BEFMOT history

X778 BEF is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 18 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 114,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2024
Mileage
114,097 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,009 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X778 BEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

X778 BEF was last recorded at 114,097 miles on 4 Jun 2024, 3,757 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,340 miles · 10 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
3,757 miles
Average per year
4,009 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 114,097 miles
  • 2023 – 110,340 miles
  • 2021 – 107,771 miles
  • 2019 – 97,899 miles
  • 2018 – 96,180 miles
  • 2017 – 94,153 miles
  • 2016 – 91,530 miles
  • 2015 – 88,472 miles
  • 2014 – 86,232 miles
  • 2013 – 83,690 miles
  • 2012 – 81,624 miles
  • 2011 – 76,434 miles
  • 2010 – 70,905 miles
  • 2009 – 63,222 miles
  • 2008 – 55,581 miles
  • 2006 – 46,852 miles
  • 2005 – 40,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,097 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside front indicator lense missing

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Front Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail114,097 miles (+3,757)2 dangerous5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,097 miles
    Test number
    178466530514
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside front indicator lense missing

  2. Pass110,340 miles (+2,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,340 miles
    Test number
    942244473126
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass107,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    107,771 miles
    Test number
    632035848340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail107,771 miles (+9,872)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,771 miles
    Test number
    246593619021
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass97,899 miles (+1,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,899 miles
    Test number
    164887520629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass96,180 miles (+2,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    96,180 miles
    Test number
    845434400080
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass94,153 miles (+2,623)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    94,153 miles
    Test number
    859463557181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,530 miles (+3,058)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    91,530 miles
    Test number
    472019408867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,472 miles (+2,240)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    88,472 miles
    Test number
    997731010236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,232 miles (+2,542)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    86,232 miles
    Test number
    306240584420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll brake pipes have a heavy coat of underseal

  11. Pass83,690 miles (+2,066)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,690 miles
    Test number
    328002453498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,624 miles (+242)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    81,624 miles
    Test number
    667316352241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,382 miles (+4,948)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    81,382 miles
    Test number
    729071322131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,434 miles (+5,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,434 miles
    Test number
    897053511081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass70,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    70,905 miles
    Test number
    422012410028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail70,905 miles (+7,683)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,905 miles
    Test number
    680902010033
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  17. Pass63,222 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    63,222 miles
    Test number
    970086309033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail63,222 miles (+7,641)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,222 miles
    Test number
    132326609073
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass55,581 miles (+8,729)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    55,581 miles
    Test number
    103818308019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass46,852 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    46,852 miles
    Test number
    892613856398
    • 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)

  21. Fail46,852 miles (+6,802)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,852 miles
    Test number
    663163556337
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • 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)

  22. Pass40,050 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    40,050 miles
    Test number
    480328845411
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN TO LIMIT
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR TYRE WORN TO LIMIT

Questions about X778 BEF

Does X778 BEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X778 BEF expired on 9 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X778 BEF?
The MOT on X778 BEF expired on 9 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X778 BEF done?
X778 BEF was recorded at 114,097 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2024, an average of 4,009 miles a year.
Has X778 BEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X778 BEF has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on X778 BEF 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 X778 BEF find?
X778 BEF failed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside rear road wheel fractured; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 12 more.

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