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Green · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T285 AJMMOT history

T285 AJM is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 143,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2023
Mileage
143,244 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T285 AJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T285 AJM was last recorded at 143,244 miles on 4 Aug 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,243 miles · 1 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 143,244 miles
  • 2020 – 143,234 miles
  • 2019 – 143,015 miles
  • 2018 – 142,648 miles
  • 2016 – 141,382 miles
  • 2015 – 138,040 miles
  • 2014 – 134,081 miles
  • 2013 – 127,466 miles
  • 2012 – 120,385 miles
  • 2011 – 118,808 miles
  • 2010 – 117,505 miles
  • 2009 – 117,383 miles
  • 2008 – 116,116 miles
  • 2007 – 113,757 miles
  • 2006 – 103,958 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,244 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear suspension links, arm, rods etc corroded n/s and o/sRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCorrosion evident throughout vehicle , brakes, steering , suspension etc poss been standing idle unusedRecorded 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.

  • Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Light operating switch worn but working ok

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,244 miles (+1)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    143,244 miles
    Test number
    813232994636
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension links, arm, rods etc corroded n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryCorrosion evident throughout vehicle , brakes, steering , suspension etc poss been standing idle unused

  2. Fail143,243 miles (+9)3 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,243 miles
    Test number
    900477348350
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension links, arm, rods etc corroded n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryCorrosion evident throughout vehicle , brakes, steering , suspension etc poss been standing idle unused

  3. Pass143,234 miles (+219)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,234 miles
    Test number
    171636265748
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamps dull border line (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight operating switch faulty

  4. Pass143,015 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    143,015 miles
    Test number
    915369244728
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

  5. Fail143,015 miles (+367)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,015 miles
    Test number
    629127987610
    • DangerousRear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

  6. Pass142,648 miles (+1,266)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    142,648 miles
    Test number
    697120648076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBulb failure warning lamp on but all bulbs working
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust join corroded and weak
    • AdvisoryLight operating switch weak

  7. Pass141,382 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    141,382 miles
    Test number
    752067359356
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryDash showing bulb failure, but all working ok
    • AdvisoryLight operating switch worn but working ok
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Fail141,382 miles (+3,342)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,382 miles
    Test number
    715299233230
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryDash showing bulb failure, but all working ok
    • AdvisoryLight operating switch worn but working ok
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass138,040 miles (+3,959)17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    138,040 miles
    Test number
    453262836199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering dust cover twisted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner steering dust cover twisted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak steering box (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryDisplaying indicating bulb failure, but lights working ok.
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray, unable to carry out full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket broken, but exhaust still secured ok
    • AdvisoryLight operating switch worn but working ok

  10. Pass134,081 miles (+6,615)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    134,081 miles
    Test number
    747128504163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass127,466 miles (+7,081)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    127,466 miles
    Test number
    139372223154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass120,385 miles (+1,577)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    120,385 miles
    Test number
    965888892054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass118,808 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    118,808 miles
    Test number
    127859411196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail118,780 miles (+1,275)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,780 miles
    Test number
    917905701195
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass117,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    117,505 miles
    Test number
    530379500178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail117,505 miles (+122)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,505 miles
    Test number
    730309700120
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass117,383 miles (+1,267)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    117,383 miles
    Test number
    851969589055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass116,116 miles (+2,359)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    116,116 miles
    Test number
    200569898023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass113,757 miles (+9,799)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    113,757 miles
    Test number
    630104597043
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip pad worn

  20. Pass103,958 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    103,958 miles
    Test number
    440268886019
    • NoteCoolant leaking
    • NoteRad cap left off

Questions about T285 AJM

Does T285 AJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T285 AJM expired on 3 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T285 AJM?
The MOT on T285 AJM expired on 3 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T285 AJM done?
T285 AJM was recorded at 143,244 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2022, an average of 2,403 miles a year.
Has T285 AJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T285 AJM has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T285 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 T285 AJM find?
T285 AJM passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2022 with 16 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 13 more.

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