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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T478 UEBMOT history

T478 UEB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 26 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 111,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2023
Mileage
111,433 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T478 UEB
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
26 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T478 UEB was last recorded at 111,433 miles on 6 Jan 2022, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,417 miles · 31 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
4,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 111,433 miles
  • 2021 – 111,417 miles
  • 2020 – 105,784 miles
  • 2019 – 105,757 miles
  • 2018 – 100,650 miles
  • 2016 – 99,525 miles
  • 2015 – 98,908 miles
  • 2014 – 96,673 miles
  • 2013 – 93,175 miles
  • 2012 – 86,146 miles
  • 2011 – 81,558 miles
  • 2010 – 77,642 miles
  • 2009 – 69,935 miles
  • 2008 – 62,133 miles
  • 2007 – 54,107 miles
  • 2006 – 46,426 miles
  • 2005 – 35,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,433 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease/anti corrosion treatment (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,433 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    111,433 miles
    Test number
    889931824604
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease/anti corrosion treatment (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail111,417 miles (+3,543)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,417 miles
    Test number
    111039994036
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease/anti corrosion treatment (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass107,874 miles (+2,090)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,874 miles
    Test number
    268939125621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,784 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,784 miles
    Test number
    654212458005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail105,757 miles (+5,107)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,757 miles
    Test number
    981680454607
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section of (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass100,650 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    100,650 miles
    Test number
    123674619629
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both sides front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail100,650 miles (+2)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,650 miles
    Test number
    407198600443
    • MajorFront Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail100,648 miles (+1,123)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,648 miles
    Test number
    341265697470
    • MajorNearside Outer Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront front number plate slightly damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front off side front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass99,525 miles (+617)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,525 miles
    Test number
    527126579116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,908 miles (+2,235)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    98,908 miles
    Test number
    575349385184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,673 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    96,673 miles
    Test number
    577309774078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail96,672 miles (+3,497)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,672 miles
    Test number
    977353174099
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass93,175 miles (+7,029)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    93,175 miles
    Test number
    939787763085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass86,146 miles (+4,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    86,146 miles
    Test number
    467791862093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass81,558 miles (+3,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    81,558 miles
    Test number
    295453191191
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass77,642 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    77,642 miles
    Test number
    650014760292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail77,642 miles (+7,707)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,642 miles
    Test number
    394833360287
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass69,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    69,935 miles
    Test number
    823159159227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,935 miles (+7,802)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,935 miles
    Test number
    374599359264
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass62,133 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    62,133 miles
    Test number
    512370668259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail62,133 miles (+8,026)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,133 miles
    Test number
    380529858457
    • FailureCentre Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass54,107 miles (+7,681)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    54,107 miles
    Test number
    302983167487
    • NotePuncture in n/s/r tyre (not repairable)

  23. Pass46,426 miles (+10,814)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,426 miles
    Test number
    141265066289
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass35,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    35,612 miles
    Test number
    252556985151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,612 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,612 miles
    Test number
    511586985190
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about T478 UEB

Does T478 UEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T478 UEB expired on 5 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T478 UEB?
The MOT on T478 UEB expired on 5 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T478 UEB done?
T478 UEB was recorded at 111,433 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2022, an average of 4,593 miles a year.
Has T478 UEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T478 UEB has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T478 UEB 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 T478 UEB find?
T478 UEB passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2022 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease/anti corrosion treatment; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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