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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T261 TNEMOT history

T261 TNE is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 139,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2023
Mileage
139,841 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,625 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T261 TNE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T261 TNE was last recorded at 139,841 miles on 29 Nov 2022, 2,520 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
137,321 miles · 4 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
2,520 miles
Average per year
5,625 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 139,841 miles
  • 2021 – 137,321 miles
  • 2020 – 135,339 miles
  • 2019 – 133,585 miles
  • 2018 – 129,917 miles
  • 2017 – 123,029 miles
  • 2016 – 114,948 miles
  • 2015 – 100,020 miles
  • 2014 – 90,865 miles
  • 2013 – 83,374 miles
  • 2012 – 81,250 miles
  • 2011 – 76,443 miles
  • 2010 – 71,081 miles
  • 2009 – 64,912 miles
  • 2008 – 59,387 miles
  • 2007 – 53,399 miles
  • 2006 – 48,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,841 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,841 miles (+2,520)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    139,841 miles
    Test number
    896709049086
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass137,321 miles (+1,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    137,321 miles
    Test number
    332592092290
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass135,339 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    135,339 miles
    Test number
    752356142702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp n/w
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail135,338 miles (+1,753)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,338 miles
    Test number
    576848834043
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp n/w
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass133,585 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    133,585 miles
    Test number
    759462451025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail133,585 miles (+3,668)1 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,585 miles
    Test number
    857045648894
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass129,917 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    129,917 miles
    Test number
    199978369780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in engine bay next to ABS pump (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Fail129,913 miles (+6,884)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,913 miles
    Test number
    541850179055
    • DangerousRear Engine mounting bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in engine bay next to ABS pump (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass123,029 miles (+8,081)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    123,029 miles
    Test number
    383839684873
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass114,948 miles (+14,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    114,948 miles
    Test number
    929347615963
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass100,020 miles (+9,155)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    100,020 miles
    Test number
    472773100238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,865 miles (+7,491)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    90,865 miles
    Test number
    386293984297
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front inner tie rods have play
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  13. Pass83,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    83,374 miles
    Test number
    415138693206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail83,373 miles (+2,123)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,373 miles
    Test number
    236758893214
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  15. Pass81,250 miles (+4,807)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    81,250 miles
    Test number
    796171262209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,443 miles (+5,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    76,443 miles
    Test number
    535664561230
    • 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)

  17. Pass71,081 miles (+6,169)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    71,081 miles
    Test number
    360058630469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,912 miles (+5,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    64,912 miles
    Test number
    541235559267
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass59,387 miles (+5,988)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    59,387 miles
    Test number
    121139158232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,399 miles (+4,594)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    53,399 miles
    Test number
    332928057496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    48,805 miles
    Test number
    544306666237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T261 TNE

Does T261 TNE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T261 TNE expired on 7 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T261 TNE?
The MOT on T261 TNE expired on 7 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T261 TNE done?
T261 TNE was recorded at 139,841 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2022, an average of 5,625 miles a year.
Has T261 TNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T261 TNE has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on T261 TNE 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 T261 TNE find?
T261 TNE passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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