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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T181 FESMOT history

T181 FES is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 66,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2023
Mileage
66,579 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2023
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T181 FES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T181 FES was last recorded at 66,579 miles on 15 Sept 2023, 1,762 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,817 miles · 4 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,762 miles
Average per year
1,880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 66,579 miles
  • 2022 – 64,817 miles
  • 2021 – 60,904 miles
  • 2020 – 58,928 miles
  • 2019 – 57,705 miles
  • 2018 – 56,941 miles
  • 2017 – 54,824 miles
  • 2016 – 53,121 miles
  • 2015 – 50,802 miles
  • 2014 – 49,821 miles
  • 2013 – 47,622 miles
  • 2012 – 46,981 miles
  • 2011 – 45,859 miles
  • 2010 – 43,336 miles
  • 2009 – 40,737 miles
  • 2008 – 39,435 miles
  • 2007 – 37,144 miles
  • 2006 – 33,611 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail66,579 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch at rear of wheel (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at brace bar mount rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing at top mount various areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch at rear of wheel (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front steering ider arm bush slighlty worn
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll shockabsorber casings corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail66,579 miles (+1,762)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,579 miles
    Test number
    844943595616
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch at rear of wheel (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at brace bar mount rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing at top mount various areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch at rear of wheel (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering ider arm bush slighlty worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll shockabsorber casings corroded

  2. Pass64,817 miles (+3,913)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    64,817 miles
    Test number
    868742995855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass60,904 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    60,904 miles
    Test number
    255169806130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail60,904 miles (+1,976)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,904 miles
    Test number
    138633583282
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass58,928 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,928 miles
    Test number
    650856024273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail58,926 miles (+1,221)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,926 miles
    Test number
    695529712662
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Stabilizing bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake noise

  7. Pass57,705 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    57,705 miles
    Test number
    181902287695
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail57,703 miles (+762)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,703 miles
    Test number
    939828318612
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass56,941 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    56,941 miles
    Test number
    141010814262
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail56,941 miles (+2,117)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,941 miles
    Test number
    232785838071
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass54,824 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    54,824 miles
    Test number
    856279692093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail54,824 miles (+1,703)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,824 miles
    Test number
    515077993066
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass53,121 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    53,121 miles
    Test number
    123159934670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail53,121 miles (+2,319)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,121 miles
    Test number
    855175751480
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass50,802 miles (+981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    50,802 miles
    Test number
    890697489677
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (3.7.B.3)

  16. Pass49,821 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,821 miles
    Test number
    719480064212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,819 miles (+2,197)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,819 miles
    Test number
    496209054223
    • FailureFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  18. Pass47,622 miles (+641)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,622 miles
    Test number
    349535543454
    • NoteADVISORY BRAKE PAD WARNING LIGHT ON

  19. Pass46,981 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    46,981 miles
    Test number
    348738242238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,917 miles (+1,058)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,917 miles
    Test number
    408521942270
    • FailureFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass45,859 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    45,859 miles
    Test number
    116704441220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,852 miles (+2,516)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,852 miles
    Test number
    965643041255
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass43,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,336 miles
    Test number
    343558930284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,336 miles (+2,599)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,336 miles
    Test number
    921577830299
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass40,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,737 miles
    Test number
    940326359139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail40,737 miles (+1,302)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,737 miles
    Test number
    224045759114
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Fail39,435 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,435 miles
    Test number
    301288828163
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  28. Pass39,435 miles (+2,291)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    39,435 miles
    Test number
    890158328189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass37,144 miles (+3,533)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    37,144 miles
    Test number
    251212227404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass33,611 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    33,611 miles
    Test number
    821121666061
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T181 FES

Does T181 FES currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T181 FES expired on 30 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T181 FES?
The MOT on T181 FES expired on 30 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T181 FES done?
T181 FES was recorded at 66,579 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2023, an average of 1,880 miles a year.
Has T181 FES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T181 FES has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T181 FES 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 T181 FES find?
T181 FES failed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2023 with 6 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; nearside rear inner brake prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch at rear of wheel; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at brace bar mount rear, and 8 more.

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