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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T42 GBTMOT history

T42 GBT is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 122,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2026
Mileage
122,104 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T42 GBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T42 GBT was last recorded at 122,104 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,099 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,104 miles
  • 2024 – 115,222 miles
  • 2023 – 111,273 miles
  • 2020 – 111,265 miles
  • 2019 – 111,236 miles
  • 2018 – 109,291 miles
  • 2017 – 107,580 miles
  • 2016 – 105,533 miles
  • 2015 – 103,234 miles
  • 2014 – 100,855 miles
  • 2013 – 98,566 miles
  • 2012 – 94,270 miles
  • 2011 – 90,860 miles
  • 2010 – 88,622 miles
  • 2009 – 74,479 miles
  • 2008 – 61,649 miles
  • 2007 – 47,391 miles
  • 2006 – 45,961 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,104 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp not workRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • All brake pipes greased

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded rear over axle (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,104 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    122,104 miles
    Test number
    391486638796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp not work
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail122,099 miles (+6,877)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,099 miles
    Test number
    206106131460
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp not work
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,222 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    115,222 miles
    Test number
    737938207275
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased

  4. Fail115,222 miles (+3,949)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,222 miles
    Test number
    864336455381
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just legal at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased

  5. Pass111,273 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    111,273 miles
    Test number
    684032318159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass111,265 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    111,265 miles
    Test number
    303289999321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased

  7. Pass111,236 miles (+1,945)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,236 miles
    Test number
    469700092557
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass109,291 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    109,291 miles
    Test number
    928335244925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail109,290 miles (+192)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,290 miles
    Test number
    275922499481
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail109,098 miles (+1,518)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,098 miles
    Test number
    551468879733
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded rear over axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  11. Pass107,580 miles (+2,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    107,580 miles
    Test number
    152729284130
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded rear over axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass105,533 miles (+2,299)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    105,533 miles
    Test number
    758053508159
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipes corroded

  13. Pass103,234 miles (+44)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    103,234 miles
    Test number
    128516385416
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  14. Fail103,190 miles (+2,335)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,190 miles
    Test number
    298816075026
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  15. Fail100,855 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,855 miles
    Test number
    437006774020
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass100,855 miles (+2,289)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    100,855 miles
    Test number
    526126974020
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass98,566 miles (+4,296)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    98,566 miles
    Test number
    555808973006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail94,270 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,270 miles
    Test number
    129291462028
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass94,270 miles (+3,410)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    94,270 miles
    Test number
    619131462041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,860 miles (+2,238)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    90,860 miles
    Test number
    408272861066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail88,622 miles (+1,163)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,622 miles
    Test number
    194097460008
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass87,459 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    87,459 miles
    Test number
    752361320016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp damaged

  23. Fail87,459 miles (+12,980)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,459 miles
    Test number
    390421320039
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp damaged

  24. Pass74,479 miles (+12,830)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    74,479 miles
    Test number
    273129629023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass61,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    61,649 miles
    Test number
    144141438066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail61,649 miles (+14,258)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,649 miles
    Test number
    871211338046
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  27. Pass47,391 miles (+1,430)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    47,391 miles
    Test number
    410820937060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass45,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    45,961 miles
    Test number
    731712876019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T42 GBT

Does T42 GBT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T42 GBT expired on 12 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T42 GBT?
The MOT on T42 GBT expired on 12 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T42 GBT done?
T42 GBT was recorded at 122,104 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 3,888 miles a year.
Has T42 GBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T42 GBT has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T42 GBT 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 T42 GBT find?
T42 GBT passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front fog lamp not work; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 4 more.

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