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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T253 OVGMOT history

T253 OVG is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 128,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2024
Mileage
128,311 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2023
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T253 OVG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T253 OVG was last recorded at 128,311 miles on 14 Apr 2023, 1,701 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,610 miles · 8 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
1,701 miles
Average per year
4,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,311 miles
  • 2022 – 126,610 miles
  • 2021 – 123,851 miles
  • 2020 – 122,005 miles
  • 2019 – 119,761 miles
  • 2018 – 118,447 miles
  • 2017 – 114,231 miles
  • 2016 – 111,607 miles
  • 2015 – 109,484 miles
  • 2014 – 107,397 miles
  • 2013 – 105,928 miles
  • 2011 – 102,787 miles
  • 2010 – 97,418 miles
  • 2008 – 78,212 miles
  • 2007 – 69,584 miles
  • 2006 – 56,686 miles
  • 2005 – 47,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,311 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Corrosion Underneath, and Oil leak under engine.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside and Offside Wheel has little free play.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,311 miles (+1,701)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    128,311 miles
    Test number
    286017188942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass126,610 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    126,610 miles
    Test number
    238870598468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail126,602 miles (+2,751)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,602 miles
    Test number
    165470555150
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
  4. Pass123,851 miles (+1,846)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    123,851 miles
    Test number
    921849667817
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel has slightly free play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Under Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass122,005 miles (+2,244)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    122,005 miles
    Test number
    246565424015
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheels slightly free play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass119,761 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    119,761 miles
    Test number
    459340789823
    • AdvisoryCorrosion Underneath, and Oil leak under engine.
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside Wheel has little free play.
  7. Fail119,760 miles (+1,313)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,760 miles
    Test number
    654820174339
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion Underneath, and Oil leak under engine.
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside Wheel has little free play.
  8. Pass118,447 miles (+4,216)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    118,447 miles
    Test number
    574294120646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,231 miles (+2,624)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    114,231 miles
    Test number
    181383304834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,607 miles (+2,123)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    111,607 miles
    Test number
    565607159714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,484 miles (+2,087)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,484 miles
    Test number
    148244495405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,397 miles (+1,469)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,397 miles
    Test number
    618024094033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass105,928 miles (+3,141)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    105,928 miles
    Test number
    797145893003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,787 miles (+5,369)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    102,787 miles
    Test number
    205280011276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass97,418 miles (+19,206)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    97,418 miles
    Test number
    993133140263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,212 miles (+8,628)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    78,212 miles
    Test number
    580843638287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,584 miles (+12,898)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    69,584 miles
    Test number
    450059827297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,686 miles (+9,597)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    56,686 miles
    Test number
    780677626256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    47,089 miles
    Test number
    120458025225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T253 OVG

Does T253 OVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T253 OVG expired on 13 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T253 OVG?
The MOT on T253 OVG expired on 13 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T253 OVG done?
T253 OVG was recorded at 128,311 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2023, an average of 4,599 miles a year.
Has T253 OVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T253 OVG has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T253 OVG 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 T253 OVG find?
T253 OVG passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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