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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T52 DCYMOT history

T52 DCY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 112,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
112,215 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,993 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T52 DCY
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T52 DCY was last recorded at 112,215 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,208 miles · 14 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,993 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,215 miles
  • 2025 – 107,734 miles
  • 2023 – 102,136 miles
  • 2022 – 95,192 miles
  • 2021 – 89,583 miles
  • 2020 – 85,138 miles
  • 2019 – 83,250 miles
  • 2018 – 80,334 miles
  • 2017 – 75,573 miles
  • 2016 – 73,078 miles
  • 2014 – 69,584 miles
  • 2013 – 67,715 miles
  • 2012 – 64,879 miles
  • 2011 – 61,164 miles
  • 2010 – 59,593 miles
  • 2009 – 58,250 miles
  • 2008 – 56,632 miles
  • 2007 – 54,812 miles
  • 2006 – 52,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,215 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,215 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    112,215 miles
    Test number
    749793113268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail112,208 miles (+4,474)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,208 miles
    Test number
    636015844344
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass107,734 miles (+5,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    107,734 miles
    Test number
    807190173769
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass102,136 miles (+42)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    102,136 miles
    Test number
    601899535545
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail102,094 miles (+6,902)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,094 miles
    Test number
    755497109412
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,192 miles (+5,609)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    95,192 miles
    Test number
    270970874541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass89,583 miles (+4,445)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    89,583 miles
    Test number
    404012043886
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass85,138 miles (+1,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    85,138 miles
    Test number
    642050657850
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass83,250 miles (+2,916)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,250 miles
    Test number
    705878811485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,334 miles (+4,761)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,334 miles
    Test number
    631373615823
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake efficiency low
    • AdvisoryExhaust front section bracket insecure/ temp repair

  11. Pass75,573 miles (+2,495)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,573 miles
    Test number
    193254311164
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 254/40R17 V (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges225/45R17 V
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroding

  12. Pass73,078 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,078 miles
    Test number
    287216280673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

  13. Fail73,078 miles (+3,494)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,078 miles
    Test number
    599137919139
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt intermediate drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureStop lamp not working high level brake light not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

  14. Pass69,584 miles (+1,869)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    69,584 miles
    Test number
    389265144321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,715 miles (+2,836)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    67,715 miles
    Test number
    686856873148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,879 miles (+3,715)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,879 miles
    Test number
    496847262178
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust bracket snapped

  17. Pass61,164 miles (+1,571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,164 miles
    Test number
    575830961105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass59,593 miles (+1,343)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,593 miles
    Test number
    174806860176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,250 miles (+1,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    58,250 miles
    Test number
    653306069130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass56,632 miles (+1,820)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    56,632 miles
    Test number
    864068158130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,812 miles (+2,330)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    54,812 miles
    Test number
    591955847124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,482 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,482 miles
    Test number
    831756926137
    • NoteDiagonal body bracing bars begining to rust

Questions about T52 DCY

Does T52 DCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T52 DCY is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T52 DCY?
The MOT on T52 DCY is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T52 DCY done?
T52 DCY was recorded at 112,215 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 2,993 miles a year.
Has T52 DCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T52 DCY has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T52 DCY 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 T52 DCY find?
T52 DCY passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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