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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T40 ARTMOT history

T40 ART is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 161,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
161,528 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 ART
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 ART was last recorded at 161,528 miles on 11 May 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,521 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
5,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,528 miles
  • 2025 – 156,363 miles
  • 2024 – 153,869 miles
  • 2023 – 152,384 miles
  • 2022 – 150,885 miles
  • 2021 – 149,050 miles
  • 2020 – 148,290 miles
  • 2019 – 146,704 miles
  • 2018 – 144,666 miles
  • 2017 – 139,245 miles
  • 2016 – 132,720 miles
  • 2015 – 125,332 miles
  • 2014 – 118,419 miles
  • 2013 – 109,925 miles
  • 2012 – 101,825 miles
  • 2011 – 93,220 miles
  • 2010 – 84,370 miles
  • 2009 – 75,854 miles
  • 2008 – 66,967 miles
  • 2007 – 58,513 miles
  • 2006 – 51,316 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,528 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Windscreen slight damage

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Vehicle structure and suspension components has slight corrosion

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside washer jet weak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

34 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,528 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    161,528 miles
    Test number
    538265669824
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail161,521 miles (+5,158)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,521 miles
    Test number
    587287763649
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength + Lower part by drain plug (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass156,363 miles (+20)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    156,363 miles
    Test number
    143530102106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail156,343 miles (+2,474)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,343 miles
    Test number
    139123656891
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch to sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass153,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    153,869 miles
    Test number
    391521098615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail153,869 miles (+1,485)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,869 miles
    Test number
    348888007408
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass152,384 miles (+4)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    152,384 miles
    Test number
    579518382293
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure and suspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryWindscreen slight damage

  8. Fail152,380 miles (+1,495)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,380 miles
    Test number
    317049122551
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure and suspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryWindscreen slight damage

  9. Pass150,885 miles (+1,835)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    150,885 miles
    Test number
    870449498029
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure and suspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryWindscreen slight damage

  10. Pass149,050 miles (+760)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    149,050 miles
    Test number
    550977634615
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet alignment
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure and suspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryWindscreen slight damage

  11. Pass148,290 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    148,290 miles
    Test number
    852168171038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure and suspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryWindscreen slight damage

  12. Fail148,290 miles (+1,586)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,290 miles
    Test number
    404173534665
    • MajorNearside Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure and suspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryWindscreen slight damage

  13. Pass146,704 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    146,704 miles
    Test number
    151645510907
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen slight damage

  14. Fail146,704 miles (+2,038)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,704 miles
    Test number
    733620245525
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen slight damage

  15. Pass144,666 miles (+5,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    144,666 miles
    Test number
    574400668071
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass139,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    139,245 miles
    Test number
    395988604176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail139,245 miles (+6,525)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,245 miles
    Test number
    430368150725
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute not flashing (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative not flashing (1.4.B.1b)

  18. Pass132,720 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    132,720 miles
    Test number
    535708365758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail132,720 miles (+7,388)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,720 miles
    Test number
    114700825363
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail125,332 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,332 miles
    Test number
    157022465480
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass125,332 miles (+6,913)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    125,332 miles
    Test number
    629032865049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass118,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    118,419 miles
    Test number
    117423474094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail118,419 miles (+8,494)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,419 miles
    Test number
    528323674006
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass109,925 miles (+8,100)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    109,925 miles
    Test number
    526024773013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteMisting of oil around n/s/r driveshaft seal.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  25. Pass101,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    101,825 miles
    Test number
    105466872029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail101,825 miles (+8,605)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,825 miles
    Test number
    808906072035
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

  27. Pass93,220 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    93,220 miles
    Test number
    697409361058
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Fail93,220 miles (+8,850)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,220 miles
    Test number
    825699261079
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Pass84,370 miles (+8,516)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    84,370 miles
    Test number
    450470970035
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass75,854 miles (+8,887)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    75,854 miles
    Test number
    311691879001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  31. Pass66,967 miles (+8,454)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    66,967 miles
    Test number
    972093378080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass58,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    58,513 miles
    Test number
    224944877094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail58,513 miles (+7,197)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,513 miles
    Test number
    902224677096
    • FailureNearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear flex brake pipes perished slight †all brake pads 70 % worn

  34. Pass51,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    51,316 miles
    Test number
    790404876014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 ART

Does T40 ART currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 ART is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 ART?
The MOT on T40 ART is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 ART done?
T40 ART was recorded at 161,528 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 5,468 miles a year.
Has T40 ART ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 ART has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 ART 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 T40 ART find?
T40 ART passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside inner steering linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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