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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Orange · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T16 AMGMOT history

T16 AMG is an orange petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 3 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 102,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
102,739 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 AMG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 AMG was last recorded at 102,739 miles on 29 Sept 2025, 2,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,625 miles · 7 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,114 miles
Average per year
2,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,739 miles
  • 2024 – 100,625 miles
  • 2023 – 99,189 miles
  • 2022 – 97,001 miles
  • 2021 – 94,992 miles
  • 2020 – 93,822 miles
  • 2019 – 92,290 miles
  • 2018 – 89,508 miles
  • 2017 – 85,737 miles
  • 2016 – 82,022 miles
  • 2015 – 79,493 miles
  • 2014 – 75,503 miles
  • 2013 – 72,364 miles
  • 2012 – 69,451 miles
  • 2011 – 66,833 miles
  • 2010 – 62,456 miles
  • 2009 – 58,863 miles
  • 2008 – 54,754 miles
  • 2007 – 50,545 miles
  • 2006 – 46,814 miles
  • 2005 – 43,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,739 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust hanger broken off system still secure

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.

  • REAR DIFF SLIGHT WEEP

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Main beam courtesy flash inop

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement End bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement End bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Main beam courtesy flash inoperative

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,739 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,739 miles
    Test number
    352671904469
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust hanger broken off system still secure

  2. Fail102,739 miles (+2,114)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,739 miles
    Test number
    602491221173
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust hanger broken off system still secure

  3. Pass100,625 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    100,625 miles
    Test number
    685191483199
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF SLIGHT WEEP

  4. Fail100,623 miles (+1,434)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,623 miles
    Test number
    786841516145
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF SLIGHT WEEP

  5. Pass99,189 miles (+2,188)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    99,189 miles
    Test number
    644390614009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 4 MM (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing EDGE HEAVILY PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass97,001 miles (+2,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    97,001 miles
    Test number
    840221990045
    • AdvisoryMain beam courtesy flash inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass94,992 miles (+1,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    94,992 miles
    Test number
    654488362624
    • AdvisoryMain beam courtesy flash inop

  8. Pass93,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,822 miles
    Test number
    506020220849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,822 miles (+1,532)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,822 miles
    Test number
    189318601834
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working Not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative Not flashing (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass92,290 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,290 miles
    Test number
    926187761982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement End bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement End bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail92,290 miles (+2,782)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,290 miles
    Test number
    276264200982
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement End bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement End bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass89,508 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,508 miles
    Test number
    790784199110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,467 miles (+3,730)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,467 miles
    Test number
    473155768422
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass85,737 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    85,737 miles
    Test number
    394500991484
    • AdvisoryMain beam courtesy flash inoperative

  15. Fail85,729 miles (+3,707)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,729 miles
    Test number
    725205216226
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryMain beam courtesy flash inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass82,022 miles (+2,529)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,022 miles
    Test number
    647987002690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,493 miles (+3,990)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,493 miles
    Test number
    540857017863
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

  18. Pass75,503 miles (+3,139)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    75,503 miles
    Test number
    899589484297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail72,364 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,364 miles
    Test number
    338800093240
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass72,364 miles (+2,913)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,364 miles
    Test number
    508320493244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,451 miles (+2,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,451 miles
    Test number
    237355382244
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass66,833 miles (+4,377)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    66,833 miles
    Test number
    945282791298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    62,456 miles
    Test number
    140143190212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail62,456 miles (+3,593)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,456 miles
    Test number
    343223290291
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Fail58,863 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,863 miles
    Test number
    183135999253
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  26. Pass58,863 miles (+4,109)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    58,863 miles
    Test number
    562275399219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass54,754 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    54,754 miles
    Test number
    353690698270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail54,748 miles (+4,203)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,748 miles
    Test number
    492408788253
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass50,545 miles (+3,731)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    50,545 miles
    Test number
    261382287238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass46,814 miles (+3,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    46,814 miles
    Test number
    613163886206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass43,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    43,142 miles
    Test number
    780275685237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 AMG

Does T16 AMG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 AMG is valid until 23 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T16 AMG?
The MOT on T16 AMG is valid until 23 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 AMG done?
T16 AMG was recorded at 102,739 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2025, an average of 2,985 miles a year.
Has T16 AMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 AMG has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T16 AMG 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 T16 AMG find?
T16 AMG passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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