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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T530 WPAMOT history

T530 WPA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 9 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 153,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2023
Mileage
153,844 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,009 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T530 WPA
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
9 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T530 WPA was last recorded at 153,844 miles on 4 Jul 2022, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,830 miles · 13 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
4,009 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 153,844 miles
  • 2021 – 153,704 miles
  • 2020 – 153,216 miles
  • 2019 – 152,342 miles
  • 2018 – 151,627 miles
  • 2017 – 151,048 miles
  • 2016 – 147,714 miles
  • 2015 – 141,643 miles
  • 2014 – 136,802 miles
  • 2013 – 131,108 miles
  • 2012 – 125,216 miles
  • 2011 – 118,976 miles
  • 2010 – 112,254 miles
  • 2009 – 104,182 miles
  • 2008 – 99,027 miles
  • 2007 – 93,364 miles
  • 2006 – 89,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,844 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear fuel pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Flexy pipe ferrules corroded Nearside and Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,844 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    153,844 miles
    Test number
    847086874660
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail153,830 miles (+126)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,830 miles
    Test number
    347284944076
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass153,704 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    153,704 miles
    Test number
    719810090014
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Flexy pipe ferrules corroded Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail153,688 miles (+472)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,688 miles
    Test number
    947208004183
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Flexy pipe ferrules corroded Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass153,216 miles (+13)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    153,216 miles
    Test number
    969738279651
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frames heavily under sealed not allowing full inspection

  6. Fail153,203 miles (+861)2 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,203 miles
    Test number
    684603036774
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (strengthening support bar excessively corroded) (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (strengthening support bar excessively corroded and insecure) (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub frames heavily under sealed not allowing full inspection

  7. Pass152,342 miles (+18)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    152,342 miles
    Test number
    713710572931
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket broken but system still secure
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around front and rear suspension, steering and braking system
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight corrosion on wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrosion on wheel arch
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal slightly perished

  8. Fail152,324 miles (+697)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,324 miles
    Test number
    188679059009
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust bracket broken but system still secure
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around front and rear suspension, steering and braking system
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight corrosion on wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrosion on wheel arch
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal slightly perished

  9. Pass151,627 miles (+579)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    151,627 miles
    Test number
    888340487046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing has been repaired
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing corroded heavily
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Pass151,048 miles (+49)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    151,048 miles
    Test number
    165265212932
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on inner section of wheel arches
    • AdvisoryCrack in screen in zone A more than 10mm but not affecting drivers view of the road
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished but not leaking
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle

  11. Fail150,999 miles (+3,285)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,999 miles
    Test number
    400895412443
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings NSF wing/ chassis leg (16cm from chassis leg) (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper torn (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on inner section of wheel arches
    • AdvisoryCrack in screen in zone A more than 10mm but not affecting drivers view of the road
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished but not leaking
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle

  12. Pass147,714 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    147,714 miles
    Test number
    167162422973
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front wheel bearings
    • AdvisorySlight play in nsf inner steering joint

  13. Fail147,714 miles (+6,071)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,714 miles
    Test number
    690696540212
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour wing (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front wheel bearings
    • AdvisorySlight play in nsf inner steering joint

  14. Pass141,643 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    141,643 miles
    Test number
    295653715142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  15. Fail141,643 miles (+4,841)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,643 miles
    Test number
    257971315123
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  16. Pass136,802 miles (+5,694)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    136,802 miles
    Test number
    726221704173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass131,108 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    131,108 miles
    Test number
    918989003142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail131,108 miles (+5,892)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,108 miles
    Test number
    556188803185
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass125,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    125,216 miles
    Test number
    105298802148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail125,216 miles (+6,240)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,216 miles
    Test number
    616635102161
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass118,976 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    118,976 miles
    Test number
    707892101193
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail118,976 miles (+6,722)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,976 miles
    Test number
    478812201168
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass112,254 miles (+8,072)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    112,254 miles
    Test number
    183279490485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass104,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    104,182 miles
    Test number
    291653119195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail104,182 miles (+5,155)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,182 miles
    Test number
    871217209128
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass99,027 miles (+5,663)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    99,027 miles
    Test number
    771594158104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass93,364 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    93,364 miles
    Test number
    543086757108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail93,350 miles (+4,008)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,350 miles
    Test number
    262275157469
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  29. Pass89,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    89,342 miles
    Test number
    740973556101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T530 WPA

Does T530 WPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T530 WPA expired on 3 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T530 WPA?
The MOT on T530 WPA expired on 3 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T530 WPA done?
T530 WPA was recorded at 153,844 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2022, an average of 4,009 miles a year.
Has T530 WPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T530 WPA has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T530 WPA 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 T530 WPA find?
T530 WPA passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2022 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; fuel pipe/s corroded front to rear; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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