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Mercedes-Benz SLK

White · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T257 UWXMOT history

T257 UWX is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2021 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 65,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2021
Mileage
65,703 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T257 UWX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T257 UWX was last recorded at 65,703 miles on 21 Apr 2022, 2,490 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,213 miles · 2 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
2,490 miles
Average per year
3,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 65,703 miles
  • 2020 – 63,213 miles
  • 2019 – 62,113 miles
  • 2018 – 55,651 miles
  • 2017 – 51,744 miles
  • 2016 – 47,652 miles
  • 2015 – 44,883 miles
  • 2014 – 42,103 miles
  • 2013 – 38,609 miles
  • 2012 – 34,327 miles
  • 2011 – 30,266 miles
  • 2010 – 28,724 miles
  • 2008 – 26,963 miles
  • 2007 – 24,896 miles
  • 2006 – 20,590 miles
  • 2005 – 15,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail65,703 miles
  • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll disc worn

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.

  • Nearside headlamp has a lot of water in and might effect beam pattern

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front metal undertray corroded away

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail65,703 miles (+2,490)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,703 miles
    Test number
    663089123129
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll disc worn

  2. Pass63,213 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,213 miles
    Test number
    369834006272
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Fail63,213 miles (+133)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,213 miles
    Test number
    874996747368
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass63,080 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2021
    Odometer
    63,080 miles
    Test number
    679772280844
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp has a lot of water in and might effect beam pattern
    • AdvisoryFront metal undertray corroded away

  5. Fail63,079 miles (+966)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,079 miles
    Test number
    804142943773
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp has a lot of water in and might effect beam pattern
    • AdvisoryFront metal undertray corroded away

  6. Pass62,113 miles (+6,462)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,113 miles
    Test number
    254523014396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    55,651 miles
    Test number
    116729211138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail55,651 miles (+3,907)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,651 miles
    Test number
    758069627516
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass51,744 miles (+4,092)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    51,744 miles
    Test number
    578082878614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,652 miles (+2,769)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,652 miles
    Test number
    406310053563
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail44,883 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,883 miles
    Test number
    137726755456
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass44,883 miles (+2,780)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    44,883 miles
    Test number
    599946755043
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass42,103 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    42,103 miles
    Test number
    799813384064
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail42,103 miles (+3,494)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,103 miles
    Test number
    159319774422
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass38,609 miles (+4,282)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    38,609 miles
    Test number
    367985733083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,327 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    34,327 miles
    Test number
    725913622054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,318 miles (+4,052)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,318 miles
    Test number
    116589912400
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  18. Pass30,266 miles (+1,542)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    30,266 miles
    Test number
    146601111410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  19. Pass28,724 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    28,724 miles
    Test number
    743416520044
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail28,717 miles (+1,754)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,717 miles
    Test number
    360956220029
    • FailureFront registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureFront registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureRear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass26,963 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,963 miles
    Test number
    424500948352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,896 miles (+586)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    24,896 miles
    Test number
    340540747354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,310 miles (+3,720)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    24,310 miles
    Test number
    331706497493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,590 miles (+4,850)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    20,590 miles
    Test number
    513317496223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    15,740 miles
    Test number
    921192895282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T257 UWX

Does T257 UWX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T257 UWX expired on 1 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T257 UWX?
The MOT on T257 UWX expired on 1 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T257 UWX done?
T257 UWX was recorded at 65,703 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2022, an average of 3,027 miles a year.
Has T257 UWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T257 UWX has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T257 UWX 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 T257 UWX find?
T257 UWX failed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2022 with 6 major defects and 5 advisories: front brake pipe excessively corroded to rear; front sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened; front subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 8 more.

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