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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

T16 ELCMOT history

T16 ELC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 1 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 83,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
83,560 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 ELC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 ELC was last recorded at 83,560 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 1,779 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
81,781 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,779 miles
Average per year
2,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,560 miles
  • 2024 – 81,781 miles
  • 2023 – 80,090 miles
  • 2022 – 78,216 miles
  • 2021 – 76,696 miles
  • 2020 – 74,209 miles
  • 2019 – 73,560 miles
  • 2018 – 71,497 miles
  • 2017 – 69,406 miles
  • 2016 – 64,535 miles
  • 2015 – 63,267 miles
  • 2014 – 61,941 miles
  • 2013 – 58,840 miles
  • 2012 – 56,638 miles
  • 2011 – 53,598 miles
  • 2010 – 51,680 miles
  • 2009 – 49,632 miles
  • 2008 – 47,067 miles
  • 2007 – 42,092 miles
  • 2006 – 35,249 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,560 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryAdvise condition of headlampsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Steering idler wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryUnderside of gearbox oilyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Steering idler worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,560 miles (+1,779)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    83,560 miles
    Test number
    791577938619
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of headlamps
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering idler worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of gearbox oily

  2. Pass81,781 miles (+1,691)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    81,781 miles
    Test number
    255338856728
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of headlamp lens
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering idler worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of gearbox oily

  3. Pass80,090 miles (+1,874)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    80,090 miles
    Test number
    803134335642
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise condition of headlamps
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive system noisy
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering idler worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass78,216 miles (+1,520)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    78,216 miles
    Test number
    942310409316
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front n/s steering idler worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass76,696 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    76,696 miles
    Test number
    519785255126
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front n/s steering idler worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail76,694 miles (+2,485)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,694 miles
    Test number
    239696860649
    • MajorFront Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements does not switch dipped beam on as required (4.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front n/s steering idler worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass74,209 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    74,209 miles
    Test number
    135352474190
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering idler worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail75,292 miles (+1,732)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,292 miles
    Test number
    587633810223
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel pipe leaking blow back pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering idler worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass73,560 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,560 miles
    Test number
    915076423180
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail73,560 miles (+2,063)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,560 miles
    Test number
    577086301656
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass71,497 miles (+2,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    71,497 miles
    Test number
    268413668572
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass69,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    69,406 miles
    Test number
    555040456929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,406 miles (+4,871)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,406 miles
    Test number
    968539924892
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass64,535 miles (+1,268)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    64,535 miles
    Test number
    105189491691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass63,267 miles (+1,326)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    63,267 miles
    Test number
    758906155134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,941 miles (+3,101)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    61,941 miles
    Test number
    305800354183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,840 miles (+2,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    58,840 miles
    Test number
    455289743135
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass56,638 miles (+3,040)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,638 miles
    Test number
    128459252101
    • NoteNearside rear coil spring broken.seated correctly

  19. Pass53,598 miles (+1,918)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,598 miles
    Test number
    677441051159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,680 miles (+2,048)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    51,680 miles
    Test number
    303662050111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass49,632 miles (+2,565)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    49,632 miles
    Test number
    251196349455
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass47,067 miles (+4,975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    47,067 miles
    Test number
    853561128164
    • 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)

  23. Pass42,092 miles (+6,843)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    42,092 miles
    Test number
    572618307203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass35,249 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    35,249 miles
    Test number
    333313226284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T16 ELC

Does T16 ELC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 ELC is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T16 ELC?
The MOT on T16 ELC is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 ELC done?
T16 ELC was recorded at 83,560 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 2,496 miles a year.
Has T16 ELC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 ELC has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T16 ELC 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 ELC find?
T16 ELC passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; advise condition of headlamps, and 8 more.

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