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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T243 BJHMOT history

T243 BJH is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 189,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 May 2025
Mileage
189,761 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2024
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,366 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T243 BJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2025
Latest MOT test
23 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T243 BJH was last recorded at 189,761 miles on 23 May 2024, 9,452 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,309 miles · 25 May 2023
Between the last two tests
9,452 miles
Average per year
6,366 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 189,761 miles
  • 2023 – 180,309 miles
  • 2021 – 167,857 miles
  • 2020 – 163,511 miles
  • 2019 – 159,579 miles
  • 2018 – 149,285 miles
  • 2017 – 142,973 miles
  • 2016 – 138,287 miles
  • 2015 – 133,532 miles
  • 2014 – 128,986 miles
  • 2013 – 124,144 miles
  • 2012 – 118,521 miles
  • 2011 – 113,084 miles
  • 2010 – 106,022 miles
  • 2009 – 97,924 miles
  • 2008 – 89,820 miles
  • 2007 – 82,207 miles
  • 2006 – 73,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,761 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (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.

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass189,761 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    189,761 miles
    Test number
    922810243838
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail189,761 miles (+9,452)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,761 miles
    Test number
    276389399585
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass180,309 miles (+202)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    180,309 miles
    Test number
    168929616899
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 38% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail180,107 miles (+12,250)1 dangerous8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,107 miles
    Test number
    558481876367
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror loose

  5. Pass167,857 miles (+4,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    167,857 miles
    Test number
    976127492234
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass163,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    163,511 miles
    Test number
    647265725154
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail163,511 miles (+3,932)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,511 miles
    Test number
    274100038120
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass159,579 miles (+10,294)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    159,579 miles
    Test number
    701017715988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass149,285 miles (+6,312)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    149,285 miles
    Test number
    230094519283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass142,973 miles (+4,686)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    142,973 miles
    Test number
    928760961123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass138,287 miles (+4,755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    138,287 miles
    Test number
    809529387506
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass133,532 miles (+4,546)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    133,532 miles
    Test number
    168480955011
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass128,986 miles (+4,842)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    128,986 miles
    Test number
    986550154054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass124,144 miles (+5,623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    124,144 miles
    Test number
    529980353064
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass118,521 miles (+5,437)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    118,521 miles
    Test number
    205891852051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass113,084 miles (+7,062)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    113,084 miles
    Test number
    529543061096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass106,022 miles (+8,098)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    106,022 miles
    Test number
    324810550068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass97,924 miles (+8,104)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    97,924 miles
    Test number
    173806759006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass89,820 miles (+7,613)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    89,820 miles
    Test number
    544230458047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass82,207 miles (+8,580)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    82,207 miles
    Test number
    163249257025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    73,627 miles
    Test number
    394915956052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T243 BJH

Does T243 BJH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T243 BJH expired on 24 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T243 BJH?
The MOT on T243 BJH expired on 24 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T243 BJH done?
T243 BJH was recorded at 189,761 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2024, an average of 6,366 miles a year.
Has T243 BJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T243 BJH has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T243 BJH 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 T243 BJH find?
T243 BJH passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2024 with 7 advisories: front coil spring corroded both sides; nearside front inner tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge; nearside front suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 4 more.

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