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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T378 BLRMOT history

T378 BLR is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 58,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
58,309 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T378 BLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T378 BLR was last recorded at 58,309 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 3,454 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,855 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,454 miles
Average per year
1,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,309 miles
  • 2025 – 54,855 miles
  • 2023 – 54,753 miles
  • 2021 – 54,669 miles
  • 2020 – 54,347 miles
  • 2019 – 54,090 miles
  • 2018 – 53,631 miles
  • 2017 – 52,885 miles
  • 2016 – 52,517 miles
  • 2015 – 51,929 miles
  • 2014 – 51,246 miles
  • 2013 – 49,901 miles
  • 2012 – 48,356 miles
  • 2011 – 46,733 miles
  • 2010 – 43,893 miles
  • 2009 – 41,634 miles
  • 2008 – 38,757 miles
  • 2007 – 35,977 miles
  • 2006 – 32,921 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,309 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,309 miles (+3,454)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    58,309 miles
    Test number
    510059470720
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

  2. Pass54,855 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    54,855 miles
    Test number
    316944611096
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail54,855 miles (+102)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,855 miles
    Test number
    636427755140
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass54,753 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    54,753 miles
    Test number
    146999486019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass54,669 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    54,669 miles
    Test number
    995103808171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass54,347 miles (+257)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    54,347 miles
    Test number
    501034355952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,090 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,090 miles
    Test number
    985910102687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,631 miles (+746)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,631 miles
    Test number
    347242874003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,885 miles (+368)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    52,885 miles
    Test number
    102394697098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,517 miles (+588)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    52,517 miles
    Test number
    564552300376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,929 miles (+683)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,929 miles
    Test number
    167954685063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,246 miles
    Test number
    738598474012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail51,246 miles (+1,345)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,246 miles
    Test number
    269508474094
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass49,901 miles (+1,545)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,901 miles
    Test number
    535746983051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    48,356 miles
    Test number
    375682272028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,356 miles (+1,623)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,356 miles
    Test number
    289370172038
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass46,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    46,733 miles
    Test number
    158742481064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,733 miles (+2,840)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,733 miles
    Test number
    925412881095
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  19. Pass43,893 miles (+2,259)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,893 miles
    Test number
    284613880071
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates slightly fading

  20. Pass41,634 miles (+2,877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    41,634 miles
    Test number
    811427479041
    • 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)

  21. Pass38,757 miles (+2,780)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,757 miles
    Test number
    723735588011
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • 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)

  22. Pass35,977 miles (+3,056)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,977 miles
    Test number
    141736187400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,921 miles
    Test number
    542340786030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T378 BLR

Does T378 BLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T378 BLR is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T378 BLR?
The MOT on T378 BLR is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T378 BLR done?
T378 BLR was recorded at 58,309 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 1,280 miles a year.
Has T378 BLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T378 BLR has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T378 BLR 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 T378 BLR find?
T378 BLR passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; general corrosion under vehicle.

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