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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T459 BRMMOT history

T459 BRM is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 86,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2025
Mileage
86,697 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T459 BRM
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
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T459 BRM was last recorded at 86,697 miles on 3 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Nov 2025: 86,697 miles, lower than 109,465 miles on 20 Aug 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
109,465 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Average per year
1,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,697 miles
  • 2024 – 109,465 miles
  • 2022 – 109,132 miles
  • 2021 – 107,693 miles
  • 2020 – 106,552 miles
  • 2019 – 105,747 miles
  • 2018 – 103,946 miles
  • 2017 – 102,575 miles
  • 2016 – 100,995 miles
  • 2015 – 98,186 miles
  • 2014 – 95,720 miles
  • 2013 – 91,665 miles
  • 2012 – 87,505 miles
  • 2011 – 83,324 miles
  • 2010 – 78,827 miles
  • 2009 – 73,247 miles
  • 2008 – 73,074 miles
  • 2007 – 62,813 miles
  • 2006 – 57,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,697 miles
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

What MOT failures 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 slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail86,697 miles (-22,768)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,697 miles
    Test number
    796005214154
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass109,465 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    109,465 miles
    Test number
    460026839459
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front/rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front/rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension parts has slight corrosion

  3. Fail109,465 miles (+333)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,465 miles
    Test number
    322495438778
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front/rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output n/s o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front/rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension parts has slight corrosion

  4. Pass109,132 miles (+1,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    109,132 miles
    Test number
    430715950967
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass107,693 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    107,693 miles
    Test number
    268032174751
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail107,693 miles (+1,141)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,693 miles
    Test number
    242368005538
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass106,552 miles (+805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,552 miles
    Test number
    704169637863
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass105,747 miles (+1,801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    105,747 miles
    Test number
    835462377771
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass103,946 miles (+1,371)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,946 miles
    Test number
    175460296754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,575 miles (+1,580)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    102,575 miles
    Test number
    506039911699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,995 miles (+2,809)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    100,995 miles
    Test number
    757795103967
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged corrosion evident (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass98,186 miles (+2,466)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    98,186 miles
    Test number
    899069935116
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion underbody/suspension

  13. Pass95,720 miles (+4,055)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    95,720 miles
    Test number
    728655534142
    • NoteSurface corrosion underbody

  14. Pass91,665 miles (+4,160)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    91,665 miles
    Test number
    197806533136
    • NoteFront brake pads 4mm

  15. Pass87,505 miles (+4,181)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    87,505 miles
    Test number
    605207932125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,324 miles (+4,497)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,324 miles
    Test number
    278313931443
    • NoteBoth rear flexible brake hoses are aged/perished..
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 2.5 mm
    • NoteO/s/r tyre 3.5 mm

  17. Pass78,827 miles (+5,580)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    78,827 miles
    Test number
    174164330140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,247 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,247 miles
    Test number
    211948739192
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass73,247 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    73,247 miles
    Test number
    490288739163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,074 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    73,074 miles
    Test number
    511993808336
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  21. Fail73,074 miles (+204)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,074 miles
    Test number
    464238498279
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  22. Fail72,870 miles (+10,057)2 dangerous3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,870 miles
    Test number
    321136848420
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass62,813 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    62,813 miles
    Test number
    234289427296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail62,797 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,797 miles
    Test number
    310728607190
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass62,797 miles (+5,022)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    62,797 miles
    Test number
    983558407100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass57,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    57,775 miles
    Test number
    532017476140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T459 BRM

Does T459 BRM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T459 BRM expired on 19 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T459 BRM?
The MOT on T459 BRM expired on 19 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T459 BRM done?
T459 BRM was recorded at 86,697 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 1,494 miles a year.
Has T459 BRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T459 BRM has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T459 BRM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Nov 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T459 BRM find?
T459 BRM failed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 3 major defects and 3 advisories: electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault, and 3 more.

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