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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T221 RTEMOT history

T221 RTE is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 197,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Sept 2023
Mileage
197,480 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2022
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T221 RTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T221 RTE was last recorded at 197,480 miles on 23 Sept 2022, 7,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,692 miles · 9 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
7,788 miles
Average per year
7,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 197,480 miles
  • 2021 – 189,692 miles
  • 2020 – 181,655 miles
  • 2019 – 174,512 miles
  • 2018 – 170,807 miles
  • 2017 – 164,209 miles
  • 2016 – 149,096 miles
  • 2015 – 138,812 miles
  • 2014 – 131,957 miles
  • 2013 – 122,404 miles
  • 2012 – 111,581 miles
  • 2011 – 105,996 miles
  • 2010 – 101,027 miles
  • 2009 – 95,928 miles
  • 2008 – 90,056 miles
  • 2007 – 85,902 miles
  • 2006 – 78,251 miles
  • 2005 – 76,316 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,480 miles
  • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on floor pans.
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Wheel has been heavily repaired/welded (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Advanced corrosion on n/s and o/s rear floor pans.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Plus has been heavily repaired/welded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,480 miles (+7,788)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    197,480 miles
    Test number
    965887790854
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on floor pans.
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Wheel has been heavily repaired/welded (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass189,692 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    189,692 miles
    Test number
    371773389075
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on n/s and o/s rear floor pans.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Plus has been heavily repaired/welded. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail189,691 miles (+8,036)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,691 miles
    Test number
    384372559763
    • MajorEmissions not tested All readings are off the scale (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on n/s and o/s rear floor pans.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Plus has been heavily repaired/welded. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass181,655 miles (+7,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    181,655 miles
    Test number
    555563831108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass174,512 miles (+3,705)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    174,512 miles
    Test number
    114018893319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass170,807 miles (+6,598)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    170,807 miles
    Test number
    449244599208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass164,209 miles (+15,113)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    164,209 miles
    Test number
    777901556483
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight exhaust leak from corroded exhaust clamp. (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  8. Pass149,096 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    149,096 miles
    Test number
    442756277639
    • AdvisoryMinor leak of exhaust gases due to a corroded bolt/clamp
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  9. Fail149,096 miles (+10,284)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,096 miles
    Test number
    231801234659
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryMinor leak of exhaust gases due to a corroded bolt/clamp
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  10. Pass138,812 miles (+6,855)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    138,812 miles
    Test number
    304083702609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNsf inner steering arm has very slight play
  11. Fail131,957 miles4 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,957 miles
    Test number
    749592864248
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  12. Pass131,957 miles (+9,553)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    131,957 miles
    Test number
    856502264233
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  13. Pass122,404 miles (+10,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    122,404 miles
    Test number
    969435043227
    • 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)
  14. Pass111,581 miles (+5,585)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    111,581 miles
    Test number
    268946452255
    • NoteAir bag warning light on.
  15. Pass105,996 miles (+4,969)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    105,996 miles
    Test number
    486480661205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail101,027 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,027 miles
    Test number
    472180560283
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
  17. Pass101,027 miles (+5,099)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    101,027 miles
    Test number
    954300860256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,928 miles (+5,872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    95,928 miles
    Test number
    844304069240
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  19. Pass90,056 miles (+4,154)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    90,056 miles
    Test number
    784988768285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,902 miles (+7,651)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    85,902 miles
    Test number
    863064957240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,251 miles (+1,935)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    78,251 miles
    Test number
    771636956280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    76,316 miles
    Test number
    260526985153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T221 RTE

Does T221 RTE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T221 RTE expired on 27 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T221 RTE?
The MOT on T221 RTE expired on 27 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T221 RTE done?
T221 RTE was recorded at 197,480 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2022, an average of 7,037 miles a year.
Has T221 RTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T221 RTE has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T221 RTE 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 T221 RTE find?
T221 RTE passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2022 with 7 advisories: advanced corrosion on floor pans.; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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