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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T162 KAPMOT history

T162 KAP is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 87,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,882 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T162 KAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T162 KAP was last recorded at 87,882 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 1,450 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,432 miles · 26 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,450 miles
Average per year
2,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,882 miles
  • 2024 – 86,432 miles
  • 2023 – 81,648 miles
  • 2022 – 77,631 miles
  • 2021 – 72,546 miles
  • 2020 – 66,042 miles
  • 2019 – 62,378 miles
  • 2018 – 55,832 miles
  • 2017 – 50,211 miles
  • 2016 – 42,044 miles
  • 2015 – 40,272 miles
  • 2014 – 36,981 miles
  • 2013 – 36,577 miles
  • 2012 – 36,141 miles
  • 2011 – 35,278 miles
  • 2010 – 34,720 miles
  • 2009 – 34,537 miles
  • 2008 – 33,150 miles
  • 2007 – 30,785 miles
  • 2006 – 28,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,882 miles

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 wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,882 miles (+1,450)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,882 miles
    Test number
    445160879071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,432 miles (+4,784)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    86,432 miles
    Test number
    446221606478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,648 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    81,648 miles
    Test number
    443235621363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play

  4. Fail81,635 miles (+4,004)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,635 miles
    Test number
    717602460812
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure downpipe (exhaust hanger) (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play

  5. Pass77,631 miles (+5,085)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,631 miles
    Test number
    574194408477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,546 miles (+6,504)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,546 miles
    Test number
    352441701773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,042 miles (+3,664)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    66,042 miles
    Test number
    941065381038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,378 miles (+6,546)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,378 miles
    Test number
    807360172378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,832 miles (+5,621)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,832 miles
    Test number
    285591481896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,211 miles (+8,167)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,211 miles
    Test number
    324212172800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,044 miles (+1,772)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    42,044 miles
    Test number
    276773556583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,272 miles (+3,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    40,272 miles
    Test number
    805312275036
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass36,981 miles (+404)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    36,981 miles
    Test number
    788736274020
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake disks lightly corroded

  14. Pass36,577 miles (+436)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,577 miles
    Test number
    559169453096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front tyre and both rear tyres cracking round edges

  15. Pass36,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    36,141 miles
    Test number
    618942562089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail36,141 miles (+863)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,141 miles
    Test number
    815152062040
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass35,278 miles (+558)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,278 miles
    Test number
    188249761439
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn badly on outer edge tread not cut as deep

  18. Pass34,720 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    34,720 miles
    Test number
    121341670441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,537 miles (+1,387)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    34,537 miles
    Test number
    834740589011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,150 miles (+2,365)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,150 miles
    Test number
    634483478007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,785 miles (+2,709)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,785 miles
    Test number
    400229867082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,076 miles
    Test number
    162737176475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail28,076 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,076 miles
    Test number
    381527176011
    • FailureFront Steering damper gland failed and leaking oil (2.2.C.1e)
    • NoteN/S/F washer jet not working
    • NoteO/S/F washer jet low on screen
    • NoteFront number plate starting to discolour

Questions about T162 KAP

Does T162 KAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T162 KAP is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T162 KAP?
The MOT on T162 KAP is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T162 KAP done?
T162 KAP was recorded at 87,882 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 2,976 miles a year.
Has T162 KAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T162 KAP has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T162 KAP 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 T162 KAP find?
T162 KAP passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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