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Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T281 AJMMOT history

T281 AJM is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 24 MOT tests, with 67,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
67,669 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
22 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T281 AJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T281 AJM was last recorded at 67,669 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 6,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,768 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,901 miles
Average per year
2,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,669 miles
  • 2025 – 60,768 miles
  • 2024 – 53,581 miles
  • 2022 – 48,220 miles
  • 2021 – 40,276 miles
  • 2020 – 38,418 miles
  • 2019 – 35,680 miles
  • 2018 – 34,966 miles
  • 2017 – 34,475 miles
  • 2016 – 33,875 miles
  • 2015 – 33,225 miles
  • 2014 – 32,534 miles
  • 2013 – 31,907 miles
  • 2012 – 30,693 miles
  • 2011 – 28,914 miles
  • 2010 – 26,746 miles
  • 2009 – 25,400 miles
  • 2008 – 24,021 miles
  • 2007 – 22,391 miles
  • 2006 – 20,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,669 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,669 miles (+6,901)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    67,669 miles
    Test number
    326488305126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass60,768 miles (+7,187)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    60,768 miles
    Test number
    323588491379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass53,581 miles (+2,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    53,581 miles
    Test number
    265642557075
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side rear tyres on wear markers (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass50,860 miles (+2,640)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    50,860 miles
    Test number
    557329765915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass48,220 miles (+2,977)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    48,220 miles
    Test number
    925043689286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass45,243 miles (+4,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    45,243 miles
    Test number
    428383355018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass40,276 miles (+1,858)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,276 miles
    Test number
    849364206428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass38,418 miles (+2,738)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    38,418 miles
    Test number
    866187691578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,680 miles (+714)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    35,680 miles
    Test number
    355673768682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,966 miles (+491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    34,966 miles
    Test number
    482502515613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  11. Pass34,475 miles (+600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    34,475 miles
    Test number
    657662487465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass33,875 miles (+650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    33,875 miles
    Test number
    452839878480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass33,225 miles (+691)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    33,225 miles
    Test number
    479503845083
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  14. Fail32,534 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,534 miles
    Test number
    475334944010
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass32,534 miles (+627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    32,534 miles
    Test number
    946014744061
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass31,907 miles (+1,214)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    31,907 miles
    Test number
    886137943023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,693 miles (+1,779)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    30,693 miles
    Test number
    115118922460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,914 miles (+2,168)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    28,914 miles
    Test number
    977496431042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,746 miles (+1,346)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    26,746 miles
    Test number
    710147530002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,400 miles (+1,379)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    25,400 miles
    Test number
    180124249090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail24,021 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,021 miles
    Test number
    152296518492
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass24,021 miles (+1,630)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    24,021 miles
    Test number
    153106518444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,391 miles (+2,261)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,391 miles
    Test number
    892509017041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    20,130 miles
    Test number
    500260026096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T281 AJM

Does T281 AJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T281 AJM is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T281 AJM?
The MOT on T281 AJM is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T281 AJM done?
T281 AJM was recorded at 67,669 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 2,295 miles a year.
Has T281 AJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T281 AJM has failed 2 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2014.
Has the mileage on T281 AJM 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 T281 AJM find?
T281 AJM passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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