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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T29 SLKMOT history

T29 SLK is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 123,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
123,206 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T29 SLK
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
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T29 SLK was last recorded at 123,206 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 1,434 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,772 miles · 19 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,434 miles
Average per year
4,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,206 miles
  • 2024 – 121,772 miles
  • 2023 – 116,155 miles
  • 2022 – 109,208 miles
  • 2021 – 101,940 miles
  • 2020 – 98,563 miles
  • 2019 – 94,447 miles
  • 2018 – 90,247 miles
  • 2017 – 86,783 miles
  • 2016 – 84,433 miles
  • 2015 – 83,564 miles
  • 2014 – 81,025 miles
  • 2013 – 72,671 miles
  • 2012 – 64,121 miles
  • 2011 – 60,293 miles
  • 2010 – 58,130 miles
  • 2009 – 53,453 miles
  • 2008 – 49,336 miles
  • 2007 – 38,787 miles
  • 2006 – 30,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,206 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,206 miles6 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,206 miles
    Test number
    638166291640
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail123,206 miles (+1,434)1 repaired6 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,206 miles
    Test number
    665080130258
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass121,772 miles (+5,617)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    121,772 miles
    Test number
    302492115070
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also tread starting to deteriorate (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass116,155 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    116,155 miles
    Test number
    628201631201
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail116,177 miles (+6,969)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,177 miles
    Test number
    586769013001
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass109,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    109,208 miles
    Test number
    329193506215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail109,208 miles (+7,268)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,208 miles
    Test number
    705448325189
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure treaded area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre also slightly out of shape

  8. Pass101,940 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    101,940 miles
    Test number
    240055999122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed pipe over rear suspension to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Fail101,940 miles (+3,377)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,940 miles
    Test number
    470694536653
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed pipe over rear suspension to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass98,563 miles (+4,116)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    98,563 miles
    Test number
    799893817580
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass94,447 miles (+4,200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    94,447 miles
    Test number
    858708785558
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass90,247 miles (+80)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    90,247 miles
    Test number
    508389492053
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail90,167 miles (+3,384)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,167 miles
    Test number
    960189614619
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass86,783 miles (+2,350)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    86,783 miles
    Test number
    815628192738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front small tear to tyre tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch stiff when operated
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering system/arms

  15. Pass84,433 miles (+869)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    84,433 miles
    Test number
    661925863682
    • AdvisoryFront suspension noisy when driving
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front small tear marks to tyre tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass83,564 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,564 miles
    Test number
    177174785157
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth Rear Tyres Very Low & Cut Change ASAP

  17. Fail83,564 miles (+2,539)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,564 miles
    Test number
    987664085133
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth Rear Tyres Very Low & Cut Change ASAP

  18. Pass81,025 miles (+8,354)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    81,025 miles
    Test number
    419492294196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,671 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,671 miles
    Test number
    575846703227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,583 miles (+8,462)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,583 miles
    Test number
    676708693150
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass64,121 miles (+3,828)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,121 miles
    Test number
    926885592114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,293 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    60,293 miles
    Test number
    855968711215
    • NoteNearside front tyre getting low

  23. Fail60,293 miles (+2,163)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,293 miles
    Test number
    905278011283
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNearside front tyre getting low

  24. Pass58,130 miles (+4,677)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    58,130 miles
    Test number
    770595430253
    • NoteNearside front tyre getting low

  25. Pass53,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,453 miles
    Test number
    210629489445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail53,453 miles (+4,117)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,453 miles
    Test number
    350349789149
    • DangerousAdvise off side front tyre casing cracking
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass49,336 miles (+10,549)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    49,336 miles
    Test number
    832171218205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass38,787 miles (+8,350)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    38,787 miles
    Test number
    324581507469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass30,437 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    30,437 miles
    Test number
    213230426090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T29 SLK

Does T29 SLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T29 SLK is valid until 16 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T29 SLK?
The MOT on T29 SLK is valid until 16 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T29 SLK done?
T29 SLK was recorded at 123,206 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 4,700 miles a year.
Has T29 SLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T29 SLK has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T29 SLK 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 T29 SLK find?
T29 SLK passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 6 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 6 more.

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