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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 3,199 cc

X779 HAEMOT history

X779 HAE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 15 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 115,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Apr 2026
Mileage
115,923 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X779 HAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X779 HAE was last recorded at 115,923 miles on 16 Apr 2025, 176 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,747 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
176 miles
Average per year
4,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,923 miles
  • 2023 – 113,536 miles
  • 2022 – 111,765 miles
  • 2021 – 107,884 miles
  • 2020 – 104,910 miles
  • 2019 – 98,312 miles
  • 2018 – 93,678 miles
  • 2017 – 87,984 miles
  • 2016 – 84,028 miles
  • 2015 – 80,781 miles
  • 2014 – 75,664 miles
  • 2013 – 70,179 miles
  • 2012 – 63,240 miles
  • 2011 – 61,282 miles
  • 2010 – 56,547 miles
  • 2009 – 54,536 miles
  • 2008 – 53,346 miles
  • 2007 – 44,940 miles
  • 2006 – 33,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,923 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear rear sup frame corroded
  • AdvisoryEngine light on

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • All of the chassis and suspension areas are corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine Management Lamp illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,923 miles (+176)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    115,923 miles
    Test number
    382240056244
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear sup frame corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  2. Fail115,747 miles (+2,211)3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,747 miles
    Test number
    253929558361
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on but not in date to fail MOT
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass113,536 miles (+23)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    113,536 miles
    Test number
    703232111989
    • AdvisoryAll of the chassis and suspension areas are corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • 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 central (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail113,513 miles (+1,748)1 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,513 miles
    Test number
    485971138246
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall splitting badly to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll of the chassis and suspension areas are corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • 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 central (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass111,765 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    111,765 miles
    Test number
    332706628803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  6. Fail111,764 miles (+3,880)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,764 miles
    Test number
    317290929185
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  7. Pass107,884 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    107,884 miles
    Test number
    202806250959
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail107,882 miles (+2,972)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,882 miles
    Test number
    945885356195
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass104,910 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,910 miles
    Test number
    452651820232
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail104,904 miles (+6,592)9 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,904 miles
    Test number
    443390195143
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Before flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass98,312 miles (+132)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,312 miles
    Test number
    195698512673
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Fail98,180 miles (+4,502)2 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,180 miles
    Test number
    904403701154
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play outer link (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass93,678 miles (+74)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    93,678 miles
    Test number
    988240779059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Fail93,604 miles (+5,620)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,604 miles
    Test number
    631376088941
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass87,984 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,984 miles
    Test number
    734228830452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail87,857 miles (+3,829)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,857 miles
    Test number
    158390230364
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass84,028 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,028 miles
    Test number
    959586740502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail84,006 miles (+3,225)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,006 miles
    Test number
    760071138052
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm and damaged on outer wall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass80,781 miles (+46)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,781 miles
    Test number
    146379885496
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteDamp in o/s head lamp
    • NoteO/s/f indicator lens cracked

  20. Fail80,735 miles (+5,071)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,735 miles
    Test number
    557167985072
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteDamp in o/s head lamp
    • NoteO/s/f indicator lens cracked

  21. Pass75,664 miles (+3)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    75,664 miles
    Test number
    408678684052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteO/S Headlamp wet inside

  22. Fail75,661 miles (+5,482)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,661 miles
    Test number
    139413784051
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteO/S Headlamp wet inside

  23. Pass70,179 miles (+6,939)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,179 miles
    Test number
    699931283073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass63,240 miles (+1,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    63,240 miles
    Test number
    536276082036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass61,282 miles (+4,735)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,282 miles
    Test number
    857520061150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,547 miles (+2,011)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,547 miles
    Test number
    953052650186
    • NoteFront discs worn, just above minimum thickness

  27. Pass54,536 miles (+1,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    54,536 miles
    Test number
    413946069154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass53,346 miles (+8,406)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    53,346 miles
    Test number
    703402018294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass44,940 miles (+11,062)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    44,940 miles
    Test number
    293397397143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass33,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    33,878 miles
    Test number
    314096396186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X779 HAE

Does X779 HAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X779 HAE expired on 15 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X779 HAE?
The MOT on X779 HAE expired on 15 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X779 HAE done?
X779 HAE was recorded at 115,923 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2025, an average of 4,375 miles a year.
Has X779 HAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X779 HAE has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on X779 HAE 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 X779 HAE find?
X779 HAE passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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