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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,298 cc

T278 JHDMOT history

T278 JHD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,601 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
82,601 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,924 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 JHD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T278 JHD was last recorded at 82,601 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,601 miles · 25 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,924 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,601 miles
  • 2019 – 81,406 miles
  • 2018 – 78,587 miles
  • 2017 – 78,058 miles
  • 2016 – 74,829 miles
  • 2015 – 72,681 miles
  • 2014 – 66,081 miles
  • 2013 – 61,816 miles
  • 2012 – 51,671 miles
  • 2011 – 47,427 miles
  • 2010 – 39,745 miles
  • 2009 – 35,946 miles
  • 2008 – 31,511 miles
  • 2007 – 27,901 miles
  • 2006 – 23,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,601 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened also boot would of been split (2.4.G.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,601 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    82,601 miles
    Test number
    300016345086
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed

  2. Fail82,601 miles (+1,195)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,601 miles
    Test number
    463364582706
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed

  3. Pass81,406 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,406 miles
    Test number
    423806138117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail81,400 miles (+2,813)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,400 miles
    Test number
    839975524468
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault abs light on dash (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass78,587 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,587 miles
    Test number
    974965315117
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  6. Fail78,587 miles (+529)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,587 miles
    Test number
    834266148529
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  7. Pass78,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,058 miles
    Test number
    236582624132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,058 miles (+57)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,058 miles
    Test number
    942768057765
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened also boot would of been split (2.4.G.1)

  9. Fail78,001 miles (+3,172)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,001 miles
    Test number
    682338203560
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened also boot would of been split (2.4.G.1)

  10. Pass74,829 miles (+2,148)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    74,829 miles
    Test number
    743162914225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,681 miles (+6,600)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,681 miles
    Test number
    295171425431
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn.

  12. Pass66,081 miles (+4,265)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,081 miles
    Test number
    878316824179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,816 miles (+396)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,816 miles
    Test number
    556867123126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO s r subrrame corroded o/s/f subframe corroded
    • NoteRear wheel arches corroded

  14. Fail61,420 miles (+9,749)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,420 miles
    Test number
    505545393029
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel arch corroded
    • NoteNearside wheel arch corroded
    • NoteOffside body brace holed
    • NoteOffside rear body brace holed

  15. Pass51,671 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    51,671 miles
    Test number
    275964292095
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  16. Fail51,671 miles (+4,244)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,671 miles
    Test number
    697514192033
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  17. Pass47,427 miles (+7,682)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    47,427 miles
    Test number
    475897791001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,745 miles
    Test number
    312999880005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail39,745 miles (+3,799)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,745 miles
    Test number
    281059680067
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  20. Pass35,946 miles (+4,435)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    35,946 miles
    Test number
    850761379026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,511 miles (+3,610)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    31,511 miles
    Test number
    633984578038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,901 miles (+4,646)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    27,901 miles
    Test number
    922132577099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    23,255 miles
    Test number
    144098266051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T278 JHD

Does T278 JHD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T278 JHD is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T278 JHD?
The MOT on T278 JHD is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T278 JHD done?
T278 JHD was recorded at 82,601 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 2,924 miles a year.
Has T278 JHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 JHD has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T278 JHD 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 T278 JHD find?
T278 JHD passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; underbody undersealed.

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