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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T279 TNFMOT history

T279 TNF is a yellow petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 110,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
110,308 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T279 TNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T279 TNF was last recorded at 110,308 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 4,369 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,939 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,369 miles
Average per year
3,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,308 miles
  • 2025 – 105,939 miles
  • 2024 – 100,763 miles
  • 2023 – 95,529 miles
  • 2022 – 90,826 miles
  • 2021 – 86,340 miles
  • 2020 – 82,611 miles
  • 2019 – 79,482 miles
  • 2018 – 78,041 miles
  • 2017 – 76,511 miles
  • 2016 – 74,064 miles
  • 2015 – 70,019 miles
  • 2014 – 69,551 miles
  • 2013 – 68,804 miles
  • 2012 – 67,512 miles
  • 2011 – 65,674 miles
  • 2010 – 64,155 miles
  • 2009 – 61,866 miles
  • 2008 – 59,834 miles
  • 2007 – 53,083 miles
  • 2006 – 40,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,308 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering tie rod
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play and boot split (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside,including suspension components (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,308 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    110,308 miles
    Test number
    447499087967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering tie rod
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play and boot split (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside,including suspension components (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail110,308 miles (+4,369)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,308 miles
    Test number
    178819392684
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering tie rod
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play and boot split (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside,including suspension components (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass105,939 miles (+5,176)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    105,939 miles
    Test number
    619984694853
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,763 miles (+5,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    100,763 miles
    Test number
    595405917667
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass95,529 miles (+4,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    95,529 miles
    Test number
    457164021741
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass90,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    90,826 miles
    Test number
    507503592422
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside of vehicle (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail90,822 miles (+4,482)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,822 miles
    Test number
    571748384274
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside of vehicle (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass86,340 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    86,340 miles
    Test number
    373040326842
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail86,340 miles (+3,729)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,340 miles
    Test number
    234473015425
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass82,611 miles (+3,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    82,611 miles
    Test number
    732914076551
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass79,482 miles (+1,441)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    79,482 miles
    Test number
    789821814510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass78,041 miles (+1,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    78,041 miles
    Test number
    808220242475
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded the brake pipes that go front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass76,511 miles (+2,447)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,511 miles
    Test number
    889522462583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,064 miles (+4,045)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    74,064 miles
    Test number
    839916002086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,019 miles (+468)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    70,019 miles
    Test number
    197984785466
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass69,551 miles (+747)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    69,551 miles
    Test number
    135085494180
    • NoteExhaust starting to corrode
    • NoteFront and rear suspension components starting to corrode
    • NoteNearside wiper blade slightly damaged
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven

  17. Pass68,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    68,804 miles
    Test number
    156635603258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,804 miles (+1,292)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,804 miles
    Test number
    687054003254
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass67,512 miles (+1,838)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    67,512 miles
    Test number
    536098192108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    65,674 miles
    Test number
    357802501298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail65,674 miles (+1,519)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,674 miles
    Test number
    387072301214
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  22. Pass64,155 miles (+2,289)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    64,155 miles
    Test number
    751742200280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,866 miles (+2,032)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,866 miles
    Test number
    810923879133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,834 miles (+6,751)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    59,834 miles
    Test number
    883405778130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass53,083 miles (+12,261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    53,083 miles
    Test number
    780958557190
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass40,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,822 miles
    Test number
    102630236119
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T279 TNF

Does T279 TNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T279 TNF is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T279 TNF?
The MOT on T279 TNF is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T279 TNF done?
T279 TNF was recorded at 110,308 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 3,496 miles a year.
Has T279 TNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T279 TNF has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T279 TNF 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 T279 TNF find?
T279 TNF passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front inner steering tie rod; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play and boot split; offside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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