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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T159 YDCMOT history

T159 YDC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 11 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 87,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
87,485 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T159 YDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T159 YDC was last recorded at 87,485 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 710 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,775 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
710 miles
Average per year
2,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,485 miles
  • 2025 – 86,775 miles
  • 2024 – 85,743 miles
  • 2023 – 84,565 miles
  • 2022 – 81,155 miles
  • 2021 – 79,176 miles
  • 2020 – 76,865 miles
  • 2019 – 75,028 miles
  • 2018 – 72,647 miles
  • 2017 – 69,912 miles
  • 2016 – 69,455 miles
  • 2015 – 68,895 miles
  • 2014 – 67,321 miles
  • 2013 – 64,154 miles
  • 2012 – 61,310 miles
  • 2010 – 57,776 miles
  • 2009 – 51,528 miles
  • 2007 – 46,724 miles
  • 2006 – 38,959 miles
  • 2005 – 33,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,485 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Corroded. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Corroded. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps are misted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,485 miles (+710)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    87,485 miles
    Test number
    100051363698
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Corroded. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Corroded. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass86,775 miles (+1,032)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    86,775 miles
    Test number
    990064354129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass85,743 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    85,743 miles
    Test number
    792435471541
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil feed pipe corroded.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps are misted. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail85,743 miles (+1,178)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,743 miles
    Test number
    855973831278
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil feed pipe corroded.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps are misted. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass84,565 miles (+3,410)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    84,565 miles
    Test number
    766016036690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misted. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output misted. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass81,155 miles (+1,979)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    81,155 miles
    Test number
    267735139302
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlamps are misted. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil feed pipe for gearbox corroded.
  7. Pass79,176 miles (+2,311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    79,176 miles
    Test number
    203421280172
    • AdvisoryCentral Front gear box feeds corroded as marked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded but not leaking (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded but not leaking (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass76,865 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    76,865 miles
    Test number
    593086813894
    • AdvisoryCentral Front exhaust clamp corroded but still sicure
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Fail76,865 miles (+1,837)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,865 miles
    Test number
    598658056039
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front exhaust clamp corroded but still sicure
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass75,028 miles (+2,381)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    75,028 miles
    Test number
    650336683718
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Where marked. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Lower bell housing pipe corroded where marked.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber corroded also front two where marked but no play or fluid leaks.
  11. Pass72,647 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    72,647 miles
    Test number
    856394635960
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front lower shock absorbers corroded and O/S/R also corroded at lower.
  12. Fail72,647 miles (+2,735)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,647 miles
    Test number
    408207136728
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front lower shock absorbers corroded and O/S/R also corroded at lower.
  13. Pass69,912 miles (+457)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,912 miles
    Test number
    270203372660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,455 miles (+560)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,455 miles
    Test number
    715832687580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,895 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    68,895 miles
    Test number
    157127975189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,894 miles (+1,573)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,894 miles
    Test number
    805735875174
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  17. Pass67,321 miles (+3,167)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    67,321 miles
    Test number
    155974434200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,154 miles (+2,844)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    64,154 miles
    Test number
    507109013295
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass61,310 miles (+3,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,310 miles
    Test number
    287619882056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass57,776 miles (+6,248)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    57,776 miles
    Test number
    910690210167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,528 miles (+4,804)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    51,528 miles
    Test number
    913606429026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,724 miles (+7,765)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    46,724 miles
    Test number
    243258937319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,959 miles (+5,205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    38,959 miles
    Test number
    884737996225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass33,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    33,754 miles
    Test number
    103945446093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T159 YDC

Does T159 YDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T159 YDC is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T159 YDC?
The MOT on T159 YDC is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T159 YDC done?
T159 YDC was recorded at 87,485 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 2,586 miles a year.
Has T159 YDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T159 YDC has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T159 YDC 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 T159 YDC find?
T159 YDC passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded.; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated corroded.; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule corroded., and 1 more.

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