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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T448 FBLMOT history

T448 FBL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 152,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Aug 2024
Mileage
152,955 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T448 FBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T448 FBL was last recorded at 152,955 miles on 30 Aug 2023, 91 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,864 miles · 21 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
91 miles
Average per year
5,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 152,955 miles
  • 2022 – 147,615 miles
  • 2021 – 145,099 miles
  • 2020 – 142,847 miles
  • 2019 – 139,504 miles
  • 2018 – 136,251 miles
  • 2017 – 132,504 miles
  • 2016 – 130,239 miles
  • 2015 – 126,573 miles
  • 2014 – 123,253 miles
  • 2013 – 114,431 miles
  • 2012 – 107,966 miles
  • 2011 – 105,127 miles
  • 2010 – 96,885 miles
  • 2009 – 84,282 miles
  • 2008 – 80,063 miles
  • 2007 – 72,982 miles
  • 2006 – 63,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,955 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner tail light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks damp & corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryDrivers door check strap brokenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRattle from inside catalytic convertorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion on metal brake pipes from abs unitRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak from engine bay area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass152,955 miles (+91)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    152,955 miles
    Test number
    712670703540
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner tail light not working
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks damp & corroded
    • AdvisoryDrivers door check strap broken
    • AdvisoryRattle from inside catalytic convertor
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on metal brake pipes from abs unit

  2. Fail152,864 miles (+5,249)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,864 miles
    Test number
    994086158257
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner tail light not working
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks damp & corroded
    • AdvisoryDrivers door check strap broken
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads appear low
    • AdvisoryRattle from inside catalytic convertor
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on metal brake pipes from abs unit

  3. Pass147,615 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    147,615 miles
    Test number
    296144685681
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion o/s/f jacking point area
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on metal brake pipes

  4. Fail147,611 miles (+2,512)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,611 miles
    Test number
    836628885967
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm fractured rubbing road wheel (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion o/s/f jacking point area
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre punctured
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre on limit
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on metal brake pipes

  5. Pass145,099 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    145,099 miles
    Test number
    991219992650
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine bay area

  6. Fail145,095 miles (+2,248)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,095 miles
    Test number
    287011979695
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine bay area

  7. Pass142,847 miles (+3,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    142,847 miles
    Test number
    170203633595
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass139,504 miles (+3,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    139,504 miles
    Test number
    331366604624
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear shocks corroding

  9. Pass136,251 miles (+3,747)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    136,251 miles
    Test number
    772053920951
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine bay area

  10. Pass132,504 miles (+2,265)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    132,504 miles
    Test number
    624617952121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass130,239 miles (+3,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    130,239 miles
    Test number
    829857681013
    • AdvisorySteel brake pipes have some rust

  12. Pass126,573 miles (+3,320)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    126,573 miles
    Test number
    817238365179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass123,253 miles (+8,822)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    123,253 miles
    Test number
    536601384183
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting broken

  14. Pass114,431 miles (+6,465)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    114,431 miles
    Test number
    825436573193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass107,966 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    107,966 miles
    Test number
    909049992102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail107,921 miles (+2,794)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,921 miles
    Test number
    459305192143
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass105,127 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    105,127 miles
    Test number
    479383811307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail105,106 miles (+8,221)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,106 miles
    Test number
    218642311381
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteRegistration plates taped in place --- secure at time of testing but should be permanently fixed.

  19. Pass96,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    96,885 miles
    Test number
    333251680410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail96,885 miles (+12,603)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,885 miles
    Test number
    962481580238
    • FailureRegistration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

  21. Pass84,282 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    84,282 miles
    Test number
    812089989194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail84,281 miles (+4,218)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,281 miles
    Test number
    544488189166
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass80,063 miles (+7,081)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    80,063 miles
    Test number
    884780728246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail72,982 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,982 miles
    Test number
    250714917299
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  25. Pass72,982 miles (+9,792)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    72,982 miles
    Test number
    454674117292
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  26. Pass63,190 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    63,190 miles
    Test number
    173784866163
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slight wear to inner edges
    • NoteLower engine tray fitted
    • NoteSill covers fitted

Questions about T448 FBL

Does T448 FBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T448 FBL expired on 29 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T448 FBL?
The MOT on T448 FBL expired on 29 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T448 FBL done?
T448 FBL was recorded at 152,955 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2023, an average of 5,215 miles a year.
Has T448 FBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T448 FBL has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T448 FBL 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 T448 FBL find?
T448 FBL passed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2023 with 6 advisories: offside inner tail light not working; both rear coil springs corroded; both rear shocks damp & corroded, and 3 more.

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