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Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 2,298 cc

P490 OBYMOT history

P490 OBY is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 26 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 115,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2023
Mileage
115,698 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P490 OBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
26 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P490 OBY was last recorded at 115,698 miles on 20 Jun 2022, 1,926 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,772 miles · 5 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,926 miles
Average per year
3,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 115,698 miles
  • 2021 – 113,772 miles
  • 2020 – 111,065 miles
  • 2019 – 107,861 miles
  • 2018 – 106,800 miles
  • 2015 – 106,797 miles
  • 2014 – 105,348 miles
  • 2013 – 102,331 miles
  • 2012 – 99,171 miles
  • 2011 – 97,167 miles
  • 2010 – 95,563 miles
  • 2009 – 92,512 miles
  • 2008 – 85,944 miles
  • 2007 – 78,988 miles
  • 2006 – 71,929 miles
  • 2005 – 62,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,698 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    115,698 miles
    Test number
    491955918586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail115,698 miles (+1,926)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,698 miles
    Test number
    794792086426
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass113,772 miles (+2,707)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    113,772 miles
    Test number
    711910306877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass111,065 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,065 miles
    Test number
    398517439690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail111,064 miles (+3,203)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,064 miles
    Test number
    357818806514
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass107,861 miles (+1,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,861 miles
    Test number
    189283756801
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass106,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    106,800 miles
    Test number
    681761111343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,800 miles (+3)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,800 miles
    Test number
    593030867520
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  9. Fail106,797 miles (+1,449)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,797 miles
    Test number
    423422830905
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil
  10. Pass105,348 miles (+3,017)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    105,348 miles
    Test number
    135762714307
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDiff slightly damp.exhaust slightly corroded.o/s/n/s/f/wing slightly corroded.o/s/r/wing slightly corroded
  11. Pass102,331 miles (+3,160)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    102,331 miles
    Test number
    778857523301
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDif slightly damp
  12. Pass99,171 miles (+2,004)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    99,171 miles
    Test number
    905122922376
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDif slightly damp
  13. Pass97,167 miles (+1,604)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    97,167 miles
    Test number
    498347231418
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder tray fitted
  14. Pass95,563 miles (+3,051)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    95,563 miles
    Test number
    274118630367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    92,512 miles
    Test number
    961339839348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail92,512 miles (+6,568)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,512 miles
    Test number
    331289039336
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteStrong advise nearside rear tyre 1.6mm
  17. Pass85,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    85,944 miles
    Test number
    712665648373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,944 miles (+6,956)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,944 miles
    Test number
    993545648379
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass78,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    78,988 miles
    Test number
    663907847312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail78,988 miles (+7,059)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,988 miles
    Test number
    794947847337
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
  21. Pass71,929 miles (+9,165)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    71,929 miles
    Test number
    833557936375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    62,764 miles
    Test number
    171360545330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P490 OBY

Does P490 OBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P490 OBY expired on 5 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P490 OBY?
The MOT on P490 OBY expired on 5 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P490 OBY done?
P490 OBY was recorded at 115,698 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2022, an average of 3,201 miles a year.
Has P490 OBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P490 OBY has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on P490 OBY 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 P490 OBY find?
P490 OBY passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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