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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T273 WADMOT history

T273 WAD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 27 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2024 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 88,911 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2024
Mileage
88,911 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2023
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T273 WAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T273 WAD was last recorded at 88,911 miles on 5 Oct 2023, 1,468 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,443 miles · 13 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,468 miles
Average per year
2,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 88,911 miles
  • 2022 – 87,443 miles
  • 2021 – 85,982 miles
  • 2020 – 83,522 miles
  • 2019 – 80,836 miles
  • 2018 – 77,156 miles
  • 2017 – 72,409 miles
  • 2016 – 68,630 miles
  • 2015 – 63,339 miles
  • 2014 – 56,767 miles
  • 2013 – 49,789 miles
  • 2012 – 49,780 miles
  • 2008 – 48,445 miles
  • 2007 – 47,812 miles
  • 2006 – 47,566 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,911 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel arches and sill areas starting to corrode
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

  • Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,911 miles (+1,468)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,911 miles
    Test number
    717086850949
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel arches and sill areas starting to corrode
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass87,443 miles (+1,461)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,443 miles
    Test number
    182204535389
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass85,982 miles (+2,460)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,982 miles
    Test number
    249720749460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass83,522 miles (+2,686)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    83,522 miles
    Test number
    470775294375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,836 miles (+3,680)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,836 miles
    Test number
    510534306560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,156 miles (+4,747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    77,156 miles
    Test number
    446315308370
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass72,409 miles (+3,779)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,409 miles
    Test number
    108006177741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,630 miles
    Test number
    197274671820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail68,630 miles (+5,291)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,630 miles
    Test number
    284660001845
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour All front, rear,and side (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  10. Pass63,339 miles (+6,572)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    63,339 miles
    Test number
    107961040332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,767 miles (+6,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,767 miles
    Test number
    847772354298
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass49,789 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,789 miles
    Test number
    986868563205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,780 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    49,780 miles
    Test number
    648603462160
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty

  14. Fail49,779 miles (+7)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,779 miles
    Test number
    289413552126
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteAll brake disc's rusty

  15. Fail49,772 miles (+1,327)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,772 miles
    Test number
    997081352178
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll brake disc's rusty
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket rusty

  16. Pass48,445 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    48,445 miles
    Test number
    604035008341
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre perishing

  17. Fail48,445 miles (+633)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,445 miles
    Test number
    420264208413
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre perishing

  18. Pass47,812 miles (+246)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    47,812 miles
    Test number
    524509817296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    47,566 miles
    Test number
    313385306237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T273 WAD

Does T273 WAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T273 WAD expired on 19 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T273 WAD?
The MOT on T273 WAD expired on 19 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T273 WAD done?
T273 WAD was recorded at 88,911 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2023, an average of 2,404 miles a year.
Has T273 WAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T273 WAD has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2016.
Has the mileage on T273 WAD 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 T273 WAD find?
T273 WAD passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2023 with 9 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 6 more.

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