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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,298 cc

T187 GKNMOT history

T187 GKN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 14 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 109,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jun 2023
Mileage
109,441 mi
At MOT on 17 May 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T187 GKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
17 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T187 GKN was last recorded at 109,441 miles on 17 May 2022, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,418 miles · 12 May 2022
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
3,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 109,441 miles
  • 2021 – 108,521 miles
  • 2020 – 106,533 miles
  • 2019 – 104,596 miles
  • 2018 – 102,787 miles
  • 2017 – 100,469 miles
  • 2016 – 98,066 miles
  • 2015 – 94,988 miles
  • 2014 – 92,702 miles
  • 2013 – 90,189 miles
  • 2012 – 87,832 miles
  • 2011 – 84,042 miles
  • 2010 – 74,436 miles
  • 2009 – 67,291 miles
  • 2008 – 63,827 miles
  • 2007 – 60,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,441 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing near to ABS Unit (1.1.21 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage From bottom of reservoir (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath on suspension components but not seriously weakened.Recorded at 2 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.

  • Oil cooler pipes corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Spring Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All Suspension And Chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Fuel pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,441 miles (+23)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    109,441 miles
    Test number
    975426713972
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing near to ABS Unit (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage From bottom of reservoir (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath on suspension components but not seriously weakened.

  2. Fail109,418 miles (+897)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,418 miles
    Test number
    669834016205
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing near to ABS Unit (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage From bottom of reservoir (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath on suspension components but not seriously weakened.

  3. Pass108,521 miles (+1,988)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    108,521 miles
    Test number
    669584353694
    • AdvisoryAll chassis / suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Springs Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil cooler pipes corroded

  4. Pass106,533 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    106,533 miles
    Test number
    574339496033
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Spring Corroded
    • AdvisoryOil Cooler Pipes Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All Suspension And Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail106,533 miles (+1,937)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,533 miles
    Test number
    356019735030
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Spring Corroded
    • AdvisoryOil Cooler Pipes Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All Suspension And Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass104,596 miles (+1,809)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    104,596 miles
    Test number
    472121717532
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured ALL (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lens has Slight crack/damage
    • AdvisoryRear All Suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass102,787 miles (+2,318)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    102,787 miles
    Test number
    892194409101
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded X2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  8. Pass100,469 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    100,469 miles
    Test number
    103282494142
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  9. Fail100,469 miles (+2,403)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,469 miles
    Test number
    627426927542
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear X2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Fuel pipe leaking X2 (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  10. Pass98,066 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,066 miles
    Test number
    724970075443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail98,066 miles (+3,078)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,066 miles
    Test number
    942930043053
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass94,988 miles (+2,286)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    94,988 miles
    Test number
    329652645127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteCentre exhaust hanger broken off the exhaust but the system is still supported

  13. Pass92,702 miles (+2,513)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    92,702 miles
    Test number
    679382344161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,189 miles (+2,357)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    90,189 miles
    Test number
    466234833133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass87,832 miles (+3,790)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    87,832 miles
    Test number
    227666732456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    84,042 miles
    Test number
    599109321128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail84,041 miles (+9,605)2 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,041 miles
    Test number
    718919321100
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass74,436 miles (+403)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    74,436 miles
    Test number
    353040130159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,033 miles (+6,742)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,033 miles
    Test number
    294507210169
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  20. Pass67,291 miles (+3,464)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    67,291 miles
    Test number
    211446949121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,827 miles (+2,886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    63,827 miles
    Test number
    332045048135
    • 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)

  22. Pass60,941 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    60,941 miles
    Test number
    740171657127
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T187 GKN

Does T187 GKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T187 GKN expired on 3 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T187 GKN?
The MOT on T187 GKN expired on 3 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T187 GKN done?
T187 GKN was recorded at 109,441 miles at its MOT on 17 May 2022, an average of 3,241 miles a year.
Has T187 GKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T187 GKN has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T187 GKN 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 T187 GKN find?
T187 GKN passed its latest MOT on 17 May 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing near to abs unit; power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage from bottom of reservoir, and 1 more.

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