1996 Mercedes SLK 2.3L Petrol · P285 DBV
1996 Mercedes SLK (2.3L, petrol). First registered 01/12/1996. Recorded mileage 111,368 miles. MOT valid until 20/03/2027. Taxed until 01/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES SLK
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/10/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,368 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1996
- Engine
- 2298cc
P285 DBV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/02/2026
- 111,368 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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P285 DBV Mileage History
- 15/03/2022109,623 mi
- 14/03/2023110,138 mi+515 mi
- 12/03/2024110,684 mi+546 mi
- 13/03/2025111,093 mi+409 mi
- 25/02/2026111,368 mi+275 mi
Average of roughly 442 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
P285 DBV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Mercedes Slk (P285 DBV) between March 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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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