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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T494 TPUMOT history

T494 TPU is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 16 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 134,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2023
Mileage
134,111 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T494 TPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2023
Latest MOT test
23 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T494 TPU was last recorded at 134,111 miles on 23 May 2022, 2,874 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,237 miles · 27 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
2,874 miles
Average per year
5,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 134,111 miles
  • 2021 – 131,237 miles
  • 2018 – 130,032 miles
  • 2017 – 126,101 miles
  • 2016 – 116,049 miles
  • 2015 – 109,320 miles
  • 2014 – 100,246 miles
  • 2013 – 92,647 miles
  • 2012 – 92,609 miles
  • 2011 – 83,197 miles
  • 2010 – 74,784 miles
  • 2009 – 66,619 miles
  • 2008 – 58,022 miles
  • 2007 – 54,217 miles
  • 2006 – 52,512 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,111 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAdvise slight corrosion front and rear suspension components
  • AdvisorySlight play front wheel bearings

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Underside of vehicle shows signs of surface rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,111 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    134,111 miles
    Test number
    112394848813
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight corrosion front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisorySlight play front wheel bearings

  2. Fail134,111 miles (+2,874)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,111 miles
    Test number
    668886462925
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight corrosion front and rear suspension components
    • AdvisorySlight play front wheel bearings

  3. Pass131,237 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    131,237 miles
    Test number
    729343207144
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle shows signs of surface rust

  4. Fail131,237 miles (+1,205)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,237 miles
    Test number
    372719047215
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle shows signs of surface rust

  5. Pass130,032 miles (+3,931)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    130,032 miles
    Test number
    522111154198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,101 miles (+10,052)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    126,101 miles
    Test number
    216397653837
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe joint bolt broken (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play steering knuckle (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play steering knuckle (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has screw in
    • AdvisoryX1 mounting for exhaust broken but still supported ok

  7. Pass116,049 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    116,049 miles
    Test number
    641957746739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail116,041 miles (+6,721)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,041 miles
    Test number
    817482833662
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass109,320 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    109,320 miles
    Test number
    243376050213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail109,257 miles (+9,011)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,257 miles
    Test number
    706968378383
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inside edge on cords (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass100,246 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    100,246 miles
    Test number
    646115124248
    • 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)

  12. Fail100,246 miles (+7,599)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,246 miles
    Test number
    517125124217
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  13. Pass92,647 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,647 miles
    Test number
    956476103287
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing bit low inner section

  14. Fail92,647 miles (+38)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,647 miles
    Test number
    805814103224
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing bit low inner section

  15. Pass92,609 miles (+9,412)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    92,609 miles
    Test number
    605178952281
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play o/s sterring arm

  16. Pass83,197 miles (+8,413)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    83,197 miles
    Test number
    575503221275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,784 miles (+8,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    74,784 miles
    Test number
    630539600200
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass66,619 miles (+8,597)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    66,619 miles
    Test number
    461577419246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,022 miles (+3,805)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,022 miles
    Test number
    352855168159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,217 miles (+1,705)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    54,217 miles
    Test number
    944040397129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    52,512 miles
    Test number
    791141796180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,512 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,512 miles
    Test number
    764821796129
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T494 TPU

Does T494 TPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T494 TPU expired on 22 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T494 TPU?
The MOT on T494 TPU expired on 22 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T494 TPU done?
T494 TPU was recorded at 134,111 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2022, an average of 5,142 miles a year.
Has T494 TPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T494 TPU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T494 TPU 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 T494 TPU find?
T494 TPU passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2022 with 2 advisories: advise slight corrosion front and rear suspension components; slight play front wheel bearings.

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