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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T463 VJNMOT history

T463 VJN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 132,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2024
Mileage
132,430 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T463 VJN
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
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T463 VJN was last recorded at 132,430 miles on 5 Mar 2024, 257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,173 miles · 8 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
257 miles
Average per year
6,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 132,430 miles
  • 2023 – 132,173 miles
  • 2022 – 131,570 miles
  • 2021 – 131,235 miles
  • 2020 – 130,698 miles
  • 2019 – 126,716 miles
  • 2018 – 124,692 miles
  • 2017 – 122,394 miles
  • 2016 – 120,959 miles
  • 2014 – 113,384 miles
  • 2013 – 99,633 miles
  • 2012 – 85,764 miles
  • 2011 – 65,953 miles
  • 2010 – 53,748 miles
  • 2009 – 48,183 miles
  • 2008 – 40,597 miles
  • 2007 – 30,496 miles
  • 2006 – 24,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,430 miles
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded And rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Very corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,430 miles (+257)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,430 miles
    Test number
    173272358682
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded And rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Very corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass132,173 miles (+603)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    132,173 miles
    Test number
    713590734278
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on edges / borderline (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass131,570 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    131,570 miles
    Test number
    583752880277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Washer jet weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail131,570 miles (+335)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,570 miles
    Test number
    725875409294
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Washer jet weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass131,235 miles (+21)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    131,235 miles
    Test number
    533554948406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail131,214 miles (+516)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,214 miles
    Test number
    239077168395
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner steering link (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass130,698 miles (+3,982)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    130,698 miles
    Test number
    698922744722
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective by rear axle. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySome areas of surface corrosion to underside of vehicle.

  8. Pass126,716 miles (+2,024)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    126,716 miles
    Test number
    778528832189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened tie rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened tie rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass124,692 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    124,692 miles
    Test number
    383411459695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail124,692 miles (+2,298)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,692 miles
    Test number
    934547925956
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lens missing
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass122,394 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    122,394 miles
    Test number
    475535598599
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWipers smeary

  12. Fail122,394 miles (+1,435)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,394 miles
    Test number
    940868010554
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWipers smeary

  13. Pass120,959 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    120,959 miles
    Test number
    375240910317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail120,957 miles (+7,573)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,957 miles
    Test number
    547532726885
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass113,384 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    113,384 miles
    Test number
    348458584209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail113,384 miles (+13,751)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,384 miles
    Test number
    178888884244
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail99,633 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,633 miles
    Test number
    399094103354
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass99,633 miles (+13,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    99,633 miles
    Test number
    776894303379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass85,764 miles (+19,811)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    85,764 miles
    Test number
    755289962261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,953 miles (+12,205)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    65,953 miles
    Test number
    377974111286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,748 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    53,748 miles
    Test number
    824623300286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Fail53,745 miles (+5,562)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,745 miles
    Test number
    141215090122
    • FailureNearside Front Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass48,183 miles (+7,586)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,183 miles
    Test number
    501762449156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,597 miles (+10,101)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,597 miles
    Test number
    804563448101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,496 miles (+192)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,496 miles
    Test number
    313204847123
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNearside wiper arm fouling the bonnet when operated.
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rear differential.

  26. Fail30,304 miles (+5,488)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,304 miles
    Test number
    493488137140
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNearside wiper arm fouling the bonnet when operated.
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rear differential.

  27. Pass24,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,816 miles
    Test number
    750284046156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T463 VJN

Does T463 VJN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T463 VJN expired on 24 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T463 VJN?
The MOT on T463 VJN expired on 24 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T463 VJN done?
T463 VJN was recorded at 132,430 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2024, an average of 6,052 miles a year.
Has T463 VJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T463 VJN has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T463 VJN 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 T463 VJN find?
T463 VJN failed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2024 with 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside rear coil spring fractured or broken; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front coil spring corroded and rear, and 8 more.

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