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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,998 cc

X781 EAPMOT history

X781 EAP is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 114,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
114,290 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X781 EAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X781 EAP was last recorded at 114,290 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,242 miles · 13 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
2,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,290 miles
  • 2025 – 110,483 miles
  • 2024 – 106,910 miles
  • 2023 – 104,643 miles
  • 2022 – 102,455 miles
  • 2021 – 99,510 miles
  • 2020 – 98,146 miles
  • 2019 – 96,502 miles
  • 2018 – 94,936 miles
  • 2017 – 90,692 miles
  • 2016 – 86,543 miles
  • 2015 – 81,996 miles
  • 2014 – 78,369 miles
  • 2013 – 76,439 miles
  • 2012 – 75,182 miles
  • 2011 – 73,707 miles
  • 2009 – 72,335 miles
  • 2008 – 71,054 miles
  • 2007 – 70,512 miles
  • 2006 – 68,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,290 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,290 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    114,290 miles
    Test number
    680587740816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail114,242 miles (+3,759)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,242 miles
    Test number
    235956227595
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass110,483 miles (+3,573)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    110,483 miles
    Test number
    401708576183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,910 miles (+2,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    106,910 miles
    Test number
    896554006728
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass104,643 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    104,643 miles
    Test number
    371500211945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail104,643 miles (+2,188)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,643 miles
    Test number
    243116895256
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass102,455 miles (+2,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    102,455 miles
    Test number
    519531777456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass99,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,510 miles
    Test number
    402882874353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail99,509 miles (+1,363)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,509 miles
    Test number
    683745476486
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

  10. Pass98,146 miles (+1,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    98,146 miles
    Test number
    882618308493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly perished

  11. Pass96,502 miles (+1,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    96,502 miles
    Test number
    483168266369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass94,936 miles (+4,244)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    94,936 miles
    Test number
    400874833739
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass90,692 miles (+4,149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,692 miles
    Test number
    372916349675
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass86,543 miles (+4,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,543 miles
    Test number
    587356345327
    • AdvisoryNearside condensation in nearside headlamp lens
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass81,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    81,996 miles
    Test number
    135010155425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail81,996 miles (+3,627)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,996 miles
    Test number
    986588045036
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass78,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    78,369 miles
    Test number
    806375854088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,369 miles (+1,930)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,369 miles
    Test number
    527265154098
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass76,439 miles (+1,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    76,439 miles
    Test number
    335278433079
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  20. Pass75,182 miles (+1,475)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    75,182 miles
    Test number
    716739932070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,707 miles (+1,372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,707 miles
    Test number
    187736261461
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass72,335 miles (+1,281)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    72,335 miles
    Test number
    584766049201
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass71,054 miles (+542)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    71,054 miles
    Test number
    334410448223
    • NoteChecked nearside seat belt to the best of my ability. child seat fitted

  24. Pass70,512 miles (+1,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    70,512 miles
    Test number
    853590547291
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass68,974 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    68,974 miles
    Test number
    551418946221
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

Questions about X781 EAP

Does X781 EAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X781 EAP is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X781 EAP?
The MOT on X781 EAP is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X781 EAP done?
X781 EAP was recorded at 114,290 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 2,327 miles a year.
Has X781 EAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X781 EAP has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X781 EAP 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 X781 EAP find?
X781 EAP passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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