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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T51 SGJMOT history

T51 SGJ is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 91,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2026
Mileage
91,758 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T51 SGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T51 SGJ was last recorded at 91,758 miles on 1 Sept 2025, 688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,070 miles · 2 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
688 miles
Average per year
2,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,758 miles
  • 2024 – 91,070 miles
  • 2023 – 89,805 miles
  • 2022 – 87,763 miles
  • 2021 – 85,608 miles
  • 2020 – 82,516 miles
  • 2019 – 80,391 miles
  • 2018 – 78,956 miles
  • 2017 – 76,847 miles
  • 2016 – 70,991 miles
  • 2015 – 69,299 miles
  • 2014 – 67,465 miles
  • 2013 – 66,506 miles
  • 2012 – 64,562 miles
  • 2011 – 62,641 miles
  • 2010 – 57,746 miles
  • 2009 – 51,749 miles
  • 2008 – 47,298 miles
  • 2007 – 43,961 miles
  • 2006 – 38,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,758 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside & nearside (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edges
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured offside lens missing (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside & nearside front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion offside front wing & wheel arch

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 Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,758 miles (+688)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    91,758 miles
    Test number
    937138022131
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside & nearside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured offside lens missing (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside & nearside front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside front wing & wheel arch

  2. Pass91,070 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    91,070 miles
    Test number
    584716729876
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail91,070 miles (+1,265)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,070 miles
    Test number
    588061774279
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass89,805 miles (+2,042)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    89,805 miles
    Test number
    584668014743
    • AdvisoryCoil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened offside & nearside front upper (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass87,763 miles (+2,155)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    87,763 miles
    Test number
    209929346952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,608 miles (+3,092)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,608 miles
    Test number
    512639443418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,516 miles (+2,125)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,516 miles
    Test number
    273166541742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,391 miles (+1,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,391 miles
    Test number
    933740179984
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass78,956 miles (+2,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,956 miles
    Test number
    410014124724
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass76,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,847 miles
    Test number
    234771303271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail76,847 miles (+5,856)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,847 miles
    Test number
    647729563940
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass70,991 miles (+1,692)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    70,991 miles
    Test number
    945697065647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,299 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,299 miles
    Test number
    797592505214
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Fail69,299 miles (+1,834)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,299 miles
    Test number
    975102805229
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass67,465 miles (+959)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    67,465 miles
    Test number
    318970224275
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlay in steering joints

  16. Pass66,506 miles (+1,944)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,506 miles
    Test number
    976674703258
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  17. Pass64,562 miles (+1,921)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,562 miles
    Test number
    469736302248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    62,641 miles
    Test number
    217183791102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,641 miles (+4,895)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,641 miles
    Test number
    927492091153
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  20. Pass57,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    57,746 miles
    Test number
    774920600270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,746 miles (+5,997)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,746 miles
    Test number
    134150100216
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteTyre o/s/r has a nail in centre

  22. Pass51,749 miles (+4,451)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    51,749 miles
    Test number
    940452409298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,298 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,298 miles
    Test number
    110775108275
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass47,298 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    47,298 miles
    Test number
    994775908217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,961 miles (+5,620)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    43,961 miles
    Test number
    811658607253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,341 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,341 miles
    Test number
    303134876191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T51 SGJ

Does T51 SGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T51 SGJ expired on 1 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T51 SGJ?
The MOT on T51 SGJ expired on 1 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T51 SGJ done?
T51 SGJ was recorded at 91,758 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2025, an average of 2,783 miles a year.
Has T51 SGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T51 SGJ has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T51 SGJ 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 T51 SGJ find?
T51 SGJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2025 with 9 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside rear; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside & nearside; nearside front tyre worn on edges, and 6 more.

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