The road tax status for V278 DBD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for V278 DBD?

The MOT for V278 DBD is valid and due for renewal on or before 28 August 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of V278 DBD?

The recorded mileage for V278 DBD is 87,768 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is V278 DBD ULEZ compliant?

No, V278 DBD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2.3L Petrol · V278 DBD

V278 DBD

1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (2.3L, petrol). First registered 09/11/1999. Recorded mileage 87,768 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
Year / Origin: 1999 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 28/08/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 87,768 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 28/08/2025

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Mileage: 87,768 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1999
Engine: 2295cc

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V278 DBD Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 19/08/2024
87,768 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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V278 DBD Mileage History

30/08/202275,318 mi
30/08/202378,869 mi+3,551 mi
30/08/202378,869 mi
19/08/202487,765 mi+8,896 mi
19/08/202487,768 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 6,314 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

V278 DBD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Sept 2026, 04:29

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Mercedes-Benz Slk (V278 DBD) between August 2022 and August 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 19 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.

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