1997 Mercedes SLK 2.3L Petrol · C4 VMC
1997 Mercedes SLK (2.3L, petrol). First registered 01/11/1997. Recorded mileage 92,544 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES SLK
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Cardiff
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/09/2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (20/08/2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,544 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 2298cc
C4 VMC Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2024
- 92,544 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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C4 VMC Mileage History
- 18/08/202289,425 mi
- 18/09/202391,001 mi+1,576 mi
- 24/09/202492,544 mi+1,543 mi
Average of roughly 1,483 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
C4 VMC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Mercedes Slk (C4 VMC) between August 2022 and September 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 12 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Steering (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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