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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T285 NBDMOT history

T285 NBD is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 187,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 May 2025
Mileage
187,357 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T285 NBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 May 2025
Latest MOT test
18 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T285 NBD was last recorded at 187,357 miles on 18 May 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,351 miles · 3 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
7,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 187,357 miles
  • 2022 – 186,084 miles
  • 2021 – 179,579 miles
  • 2020 – 171,533 miles
  • 2019 – 163,875 miles
  • 2018 – 154,524 miles
  • 2017 – 142,631 miles
  • 2016 – 134,969 miles
  • 2015 – 125,695 miles
  • 2014 – 117,814 miles
  • 2013 – 110,718 miles
  • 2012 – 103,305 miles
  • 2011 – 95,791 miles
  • 2010 – 73,663 miles
  • 2009 – 59,480 miles
  • 2008 – 54,576 miles
  • 2007 – 48,732 miles
  • 2006 – 46,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,357 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All areas front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,357 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    187,357 miles
    Test number
    876679356603
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All areas front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail187,351 miles (+1,267)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,351 miles
    Test number
    552908477993
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working Not working not flashing constantly light on (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative Not working not flashing (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear All direction indicators incorrect colour Both side rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side on rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTransmission oil leak

  3. Pass186,084 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    186,084 miles
    Test number
    499342042272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail186,081 miles (+6,502)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,081 miles
    Test number
    386617929283
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass179,579 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    179,579 miles
    Test number
    695825225929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail179,563 miles (+8,030)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,563 miles
    Test number
    913237470316
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass171,533 miles (+7,658)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    171,533 miles
    Test number
    166938120286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded.centre

  8. Pass163,875 miles (+9,351)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    163,875 miles
    Test number
    631726271579
    • AdvisoryN/s front fog lamp insecure
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to centre exhaust

  9. Pass154,524 miles (+11,893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    154,524 miles
    Test number
    810045798224
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre section deteriorating.

  10. Pass142,631 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    142,631 miles
    Test number
    358816865536
    • AdvisoryMoisture in nearside headlamp.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail142,631 miles (+7,662)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,631 miles
    Test number
    890318139334
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryMoisture in nearside headlamp.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass134,969 miles (+9,274)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    134,969 miles
    Test number
    227101994854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass125,695 miles (+156)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    125,695 miles
    Test number
    956830795068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,539 miles (+7,725)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,539 miles
    Test number
    438253085051
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Fail117,814 miles2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,814 miles
    Test number
    189535804119
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCat converter rattling.
    • NoteN/s/r drive shaft oil seal weaping oil.

  16. Pass117,814 miles (+7,096)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    117,814 miles
    Test number
    266385104151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCat converter rattling.
    • NoteN/s/r drive shaft oil seal weaping oil.

  17. Pass110,718 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    110,718 miles
    Test number
    367415503178
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail110,718 miles (+7,413)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,718 miles
    Test number
    448055303109
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass103,305 miles (+7,514)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    103,305 miles
    Test number
    155006912108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass95,791 miles (+22,128)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    95,791 miles
    Test number
    937144641395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,663 miles (+12,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    73,663 miles
    Test number
    532158040325
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass60,719 miles (+1,239)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    60,719 miles
    Test number
    500546220095
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass59,480 miles (+4,904)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,480 miles
    Test number
    770670599062
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Fail54,576 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,576 miles
    Test number
    482466988030
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass54,576 miles (+5,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    54,576 miles
    Test number
    963686788081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass48,732 miles (+2,165)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,732 miles
    Test number
    300935487036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,567 miles
    Test number
    724557136189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T285 NBD

Does T285 NBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T285 NBD expired on 17 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T285 NBD?
The MOT on T285 NBD expired on 17 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T285 NBD done?
T285 NBD was recorded at 187,357 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2024, an average of 7,820 miles a year.
Has T285 NBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T285 NBD has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T285 NBD 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 NBD find?
T285 NBD passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2024 with 6 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside; fuel pipe/s corroded, and 3 more.

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