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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,298 cc

T212 LFHMOT history

T212 LFH is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 133,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2025
Mileage
133,756 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T212 LFH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T212 LFH was last recorded at 133,756 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 1,855 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,901 miles · 3 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1,855 miles
Average per year
4,884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,756 miles
  • 2024 – 131,901 miles
  • 2023 – 116,250 miles
  • 2022 – 101,832 miles
  • 2021 – 89,879 miles
  • 2020 – 85,541 miles
  • 2019 – 83,344 miles
  • 2017 – 83,180 miles
  • 2015 – 80,947 miles
  • 2014 – 79,099 miles
  • 2013 – 77,041 miles
  • 2012 – 73,785 miles
  • 2011 – 68,258 miles
  • 2010 – 60,054 miles
  • 2009 – 50,432 miles
  • 2008 – 47,443 miles
  • 2006 – 39,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,756 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre bracket (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
  • AdvisorySurface rust on all discs

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Diff oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Engine under tray very rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Fuel light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,756 miles (+1,855)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,756 miles
    Test number
    605512621709
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisorySurface rust on all discs

  2. Pass131,901 miles (+15,651)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    131,901 miles
    Test number
    573315804471
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on rear diff

  3. Pass116,250 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    116,250 miles
    Test number
    373712749058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail116,250 miles (+14,418)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,250 miles
    Test number
    604881501887
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass101,832 miles (+11,953)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    101,832 miles
    Test number
    666103936930
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass89,879 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    89,879 miles
    Test number
    119131127181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail89,857 miles (+4,316)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,857 miles
    Test number
    608195195675
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass85,541 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    85,541 miles
    Test number
    319865552231
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Fail85,540 miles (+2,196)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,540 miles
    Test number
    660476136658
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier repaired by tester (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass83,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    83,344 miles
    Test number
    595572789250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,344 miles (+164)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,344 miles
    Test number
    916466635813
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass83,180 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    83,180 miles
    Test number
    994456288809
    • AdvisoryDiff oil leaks
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray very rusty
    • AdvisoryFuel light on

  13. Fail83,180 miles (+2,233)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,180 miles
    Test number
    683024468793
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryDiff oil leaks
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray very rusty
    • AdvisoryFuel light on

  14. Pass80,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    80,947 miles
    Test number
    817944135132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,947 miles (+1,848)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    80,947 miles
    Test number
    849204635124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,099 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,099 miles
    Test number
    368159734107
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass79,099 miles (+2,058)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    79,099 miles
    Test number
    918079034104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    77,041 miles
    Test number
    888477433169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,041 miles (+3,256)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,041 miles
    Test number
    635757733118
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass73,785 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,785 miles
    Test number
    657538732187
    • 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)

  21. Fail73,785 miles (+5,527)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,785 miles
    Test number
    348228732119
    • FailureOffside Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.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)

  22. Pass68,258 miles (+8,204)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,258 miles
    Test number
    887550331134
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in offside front inner steering joint
    • NoteRear tyres starting to get low

  23. Pass60,054 miles (+9,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    60,054 miles
    Test number
    254884310438
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass50,432 miles (+2,989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    50,432 miles
    Test number
    580030679071
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Pass47,443 miles (+8,086)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,443 miles
    Test number
    932573078028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass39,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    39,357 miles
    Test number
    863428946385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T212 LFH

Does T212 LFH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T212 LFH expired on 22 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T212 LFH?
The MOT on T212 LFH expired on 22 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T212 LFH done?
T212 LFH was recorded at 133,756 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 4,884 miles a year.
Has T212 LFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T212 LFH has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T212 LFH 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 T212 LFH find?
T212 LFH failed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 8 major defects and 5 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position; hazard warning lamps inoperative, and 10 more.

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