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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T386 BWRMOT history

T386 BWR is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 23 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 103,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
103,501 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T386 BWR
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
23 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T386 BWR was last recorded at 103,501 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 15,413 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,088 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
15,413 miles
Average per year
4,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,501 miles
  • 2025 – 88,088 miles
  • 2024 – 79,555 miles
  • 2023 – 72,702 miles
  • 2022 – 68,923 miles
  • 2021 – 63,186 miles
  • 2020 – 59,810 miles
  • 2019 – 55,588 miles
  • 2018 – 51,738 miles
  • 2017 – 46,307 miles
  • 2016 – 41,926 miles
  • 2015 – 37,649 miles
  • 2014 – 36,616 miles
  • 2013 – 35,621 miles
  • 2012 – 34,332 miles
  • 2011 – 33,064 miles
  • 2010 – 30,503 miles
  • 2009 – 29,461 miles
  • 2008 – 26,152 miles
  • 2007 – 25,135 miles
  • 2006 – 21,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,501 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,501 miles (+15,413)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    103,501 miles
    Test number
    954163194604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,088 miles (+8,533)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    88,088 miles
    Test number
    911073756607
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and offside Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Nearside and offside Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside and offside Front (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside and offside Rear (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Nearside and offside Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside Front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass79,555 miles (+6,853)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    79,555 miles
    Test number
    598324013713
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corrored but not excessively
    • AdvisoryRear support bracket and other suspension components corrored

  4. Pass72,702 miles (+104)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,702 miles
    Test number
    125046054494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened full rear suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail72,598 miles (+3,675)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,598 miles
    Test number
    306903422113
    • DangerousFuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire front to rear (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to fuel leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone a (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass68,923 miles (+5,737)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    68,923 miles
    Test number
    230129129221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass63,186 miles (+3,376)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    63,186 miles
    Test number
    820688060561
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass59,810 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    59,810 miles
    Test number
    918043856602
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail59,810 miles (+4,222)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,810 miles
    Test number
    657232361249
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge of tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass55,588 miles (+3,850)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    55,588 miles
    Test number
    403411832648
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass51,738 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    51,738 miles
    Test number
    473811858539
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is not working
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over the sub frame, front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail51,738 miles (+5,431)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,738 miles
    Test number
    331135324751
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is not working
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over the sub frame, front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass46,307 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    46,307 miles
    Test number
    780939413552
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail46,291 miles (+4,365)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,291 miles
    Test number
    152974640602
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass41,926 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    41,926 miles
    Test number
    977654925741
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded over the sub-frame (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail41,926 miles (+4,277)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,926 miles
    Test number
    300339140812
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades are torn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded over the sub-frame (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass37,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,649 miles
    Test number
    379702436041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,649 miles (+1,033)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,649 miles
    Test number
    353206654428
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass36,616 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    36,616 miles
    Test number
    626483274260
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBrake pedal slightly spongy

  20. Fail36,616 miles (+995)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,616 miles
    Test number
    598560774285
    • FailureBattery leaking electrolyte (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBrake pedal slightly spongy
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteNearside front tyre under inflated

  21. Pass35,621 miles (+1,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    35,621 miles
    Test number
    479313253230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass34,332 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    34,332 miles
    Test number
    258411552234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  23. Fail34,332 miles (+1,268)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,332 miles
    Test number
    999681852287
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  24. Pass33,064 miles (+2,561)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,064 miles
    Test number
    197874461274
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass30,503 miles (+1,042)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,503 miles
    Test number
    972960340288
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket corroded (requires welding)
    • NoteHandbrake lever has almost no excess travel

  26. Pass29,461 miles (+3,309)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    29,461 miles
    Test number
    251208089225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,152 miles (+1,017)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    26,152 miles
    Test number
    982288588277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,135 miles (+3,340)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    25,135 miles
    Test number
    343348077445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,795 miles (+4,478)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    21,795 miles
    Test number
    514459576297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass17,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    17,317 miles
    Test number
    262237286079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T386 BWR

Does T386 BWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T386 BWR is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T386 BWR?
The MOT on T386 BWR is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T386 BWR done?
T386 BWR was recorded at 103,501 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 4,199 miles a year.
Has T386 BWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T386 BWR has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T386 BWR 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 T386 BWR find?
T386 BWR passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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