NP8 - MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 17 days ago
The Mercedes-Benz SLK, often referred to simply as the SLK, is a compact luxury roadster renowned for its sporty performance and elegant design. Manufactured by Mercedes-Benz, a brand with a long-standing reputation for engineering excellence, the SLK first debuted in 1996 and has undergone several updates since. Known for its retractable hardtop and agile handling, the model combines practicality with driving pleasure. Key features include a range of efficient engines, advanced safety systems, and a distinctive, aerodynamic silhouette. Its compact size and premium build quality make the Mercedes-Benz SLK a popular choice among enthusiasts seeking a stylish, versatile convertible with a rich heritage of German engineering.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 20 MOT tests
A 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK registered as NP8, first registered in May 1997, with a blue exterior and a 2,298cc petrol engine. The vehicle has a current MOT valid until 13 August 2025, with the latest test conducted on 7 August 2024. It has recorded a mileage of 62,626 miles and is currently taxed. The MOT included an advisory note regarding an oil leak, which was not deemed excessive. No further mechanical issues or CO2 emissions data are available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
20
Passed Tests
19
Failed Tests
1
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 07 August 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 62,626 mi
Expires: 13 August 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 09 August 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 60,485 mi
Expires: 13 August 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall and tyre is perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both fronts (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rears (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed - 11 August 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,838 mi
Expires: 13 August 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall and tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed - 10 August 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 56,998 mi
Expires: 13 August 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 14 August 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 56,035 mi
Expires: 13 August 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre perished
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre has damage to outer sidewall
Passed - 13 August 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 55,137 mi
Expires: 12 August 2020
Minor Defects:
- Minor Upper Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced high level (4.3.3 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive under trays obscuring vision (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory all shock absorbers weak
- Advisory under trays fitted
Passed - 10 August 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,946 mi
Expires: 09 August 2019
Passed - 02 August 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,012 mi
Expires: 08 August 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/16 (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 09 August 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,862 mi
Expires: 08 August 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/50/16 (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Passed - 10 July 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,640 mi
Expires: 09 July 2016
Passed - 09 July 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 49,055 mi
Expires: 08 July 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Passed - 14 May 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 48,119 mi
Expires: 18 May 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Passed - 17 May 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,260 mi
Expires: 18 May 2013
Failed - 14 May 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,257 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed - 19 May 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,061 mi
Expires: 18 May 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Passed - 19 May 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,859 mi
Expires: 18 May 2011
Passed - 19 May 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 33,100 mi
Expires: 18 May 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 14 May 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 29,767 mi
Expires: 14 May 2009
Passed - 15 May 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 26,375 mi
Expires: 14 May 2008
Passed - 10 May 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 22,915 mi
Expires: 09 May 2007
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for NP8?
The MOT expires on 13 August 2025.
What is the tax status of NP8?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 August 2025.
What are the specifications of NP8?
This is a 1997 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 2298cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of NP8?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.