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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T393 VBLMOT history

T393 VBL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2024 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 91,960 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2024
Mileage
91,960 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2023
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T393 VBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T393 VBL was last recorded at 91,960 miles on 5 Apr 2023, 2,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
89,930 miles · 4 Apr 2019
Between the last two tests
2,030 miles
Average per year
2,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 91,960 miles
  • 2019 – 89,930 miles
  • 2018 – 89,140 miles
  • 2017 – 87,721 miles
  • 2016 – 87,691 miles
  • 2015 – 87,382 miles
  • 2014 – 85,962 miles
  • 2013 – 84,648 miles
  • 2011 – 83,808 miles
  • 2010 – 78,687 miles
  • 2009 – 72,351 miles
  • 2008 – 66,575 miles
  • 2007 – 59,537 miles
  • 2006 – 47,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,960 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEarly Corrosion
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Ns + Os
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,960 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,960 miles
    Test number
    614317334587
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEarly Corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Ns + Os
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail91,960 miles (+2,030)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,960 miles
    Test number
    461608451364
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEarly Corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Ns + Os
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,930 miles (+790)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,930 miles
    Test number
    161365314471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass89,140 miles (+1,419)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    89,140 miles
    Test number
    948918889657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  5. Pass87,721 miles (+30)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,721 miles
    Test number
    397322546988
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryDrive belts deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket missing

  6. Pass87,691 miles (+309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    87,691 miles
    Test number
    207333821690
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded.
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe corroded at rear.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket missing. drive belts perished.

  7. Pass87,382 miles (+1,420)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    87,382 miles
    Test number
    427204175183
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass85,962 miles (+1,314)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    85,962 miles
    Test number
    637604434144
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBattery sligthly loose in housing

  9. Pass84,648 miles (+840)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    84,648 miles
    Test number
    938986563009
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrive belts perished.

  10. Pass83,808 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    83,808 miles
    Test number
    838064241235
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWater stain's within rear no. plate lamination

  11. Fail83,808 miles (+5,121)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,808 miles
    Test number
    697364941225
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWater stain's within rear no. plate lamination

  12. Pass78,687 miles (+6,336)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    78,687 miles
    Test number
    150096130276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges. drive belts slightly perished.

  13. Pass72,351 miles (+5,776)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    72,351 miles
    Test number
    551625409221
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteExhaust down pipe bolts corroded. front exhaust mount corroded.

  14. Pass66,575 miles (+7,038)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    66,575 miles
    Test number
    772894808252
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteWater marks in rear no. plate (borderline)

  15. Pass59,537 miles (+11,570)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    59,537 miles
    Test number
    373900277123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,967 miles
    Test number
    453309266091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T393 VBL

Does T393 VBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T393 VBL expired on 4 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T393 VBL?
The MOT on T393 VBL expired on 4 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T393 VBL done?
T393 VBL was recorded at 91,960 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2023, an average of 2,577 miles a year.
Has T393 VBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T393 VBL has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T393 VBL 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 T393 VBL find?
T393 VBL passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2023 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: hazard warning switch faulty; indicator switch faulty; early corrosion, and 3 more.

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