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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T53 OBHMOT history

T53 OBH is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 129,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2023
Mileage
129,853 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 OBH
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
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 OBH was last recorded at 129,853 miles on 22 Nov 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,848 miles · 10 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 129,853 miles
  • 2021 – 129,570 miles
  • 2019 – 126,627 miles
  • 2018 – 125,951 miles
  • 2017 – 125,374 miles
  • 2016 – 123,752 miles
  • 2015 – 120,524 miles
  • 2014 – 115,129 miles
  • 2013 – 109,727 miles
  • 2012 – 102,569 miles
  • 2011 – 95,575 miles
  • 2010 – 88,264 miles
  • 2009 – 79,675 miles
  • 2008 – 71,820 miles
  • 2007 – 64,188 miles
  • 2006 – 58,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,853 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel arch, NSR (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,853 miles (+5)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    129,853 miles
    Test number
    852423321523
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel arch, NSR (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail129,848 miles (+278)1 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,848 miles
    Test number
    665384394343
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel arch, NSR (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass129,570 miles (+8)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,570 miles
    Test number
    470270456793
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail129,562 miles (+1,220)1 dangerous5 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,562 miles
    Test number
    496051925254
    • DangerousNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired 30 cm with suspension arm. (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass128,342 miles (+1,715)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    128,342 miles
    Test number
    738765159786
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (N/S/R & O/S/R) (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass126,627 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    126,627 miles
    Test number
    838137926005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail126,627 miles (+676)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,627 miles
    Test number
    986993597478
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass125,951 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    125,951 miles
    Test number
    775546123752
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail125,951 miles (+577)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,951 miles
    Test number
    154020075730
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass125,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    125,374 miles
    Test number
    670539853622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,374 miles (+1,622)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,374 miles
    Test number
    558848973953
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass123,752 miles (+3,228)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    123,752 miles
    Test number
    284481323504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass120,524 miles (+5,395)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    120,524 miles
    Test number
    406822565158
    • NoteEngine undertray rusty

  14. Pass115,129 miles (+5,402)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    115,129 miles
    Test number
    749050564170
    • NoteCorrossion on undertray

  15. Pass109,727 miles (+7,158)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    109,727 miles
    Test number
    928638353173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

  16. Fail102,569 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,569 miles
    Test number
    396323262134
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass102,569 miles (+6,994)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    102,569 miles
    Test number
    817323262107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,575 miles (+7,311)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    95,575 miles
    Test number
    296350261187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth rear tyres getting low

  19. Fail88,264 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,264 miles
    Test number
    862300160170
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass88,264 miles (+8,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    88,264 miles
    Test number
    900040460153
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass79,675 miles (+7,855)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    79,675 miles
    Test number
    964390649174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    71,820 miles
    Test number
    354540778157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,820 miles (+7,632)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,820 miles
    Test number
    192340678165
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass64,188 miles (+5,776)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    64,188 miles
    Test number
    411556067171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    58,412 miles
    Test number
    871257966195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T53 OBH

Does T53 OBH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T53 OBH expired on 21 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T53 OBH?
The MOT on T53 OBH expired on 21 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T53 OBH done?
T53 OBH was recorded at 129,853 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2022, an average of 4,347 miles a year.
Has T53 OBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 OBH has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T53 OBH 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 T53 OBH find?
T53 OBH passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2022 with 2 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 11 more.

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