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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T540 RDKMOT history

T540 RDK is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 53,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
53,830 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T540 RDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T540 RDK was last recorded at 53,830 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,823 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,830 miles
  • 2025 – 53,823 miles
  • 2023 – 53,136 miles
  • 2022 – 52,382 miles
  • 2021 – 49,985 miles
  • 2020 – 47,636 miles
  • 2019 – 47,602 miles
  • 2018 – 47,580 miles
  • 2017 – 47,338 miles
  • 2016 – 47,105 miles
  • 2015 – 45,781 miles
  • 2014 – 45,424 miles
  • 2013 – 44,681 miles
  • 2009 – 43,329 miles
  • 2008 – 40,691 miles
  • 2007 – 36,250 miles
  • 2006 – 31,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,830 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded
  • AdvisoryHeadlamps emit slightly unclear beams
  • AdvisorySome corrosion under vehicle

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Near side rear tyre perishing around edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear subframe rusting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,830 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    53,830 miles
    Test number
    439527894005
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps emit slightly unclear beams
    • AdvisorySome corrosion under vehicle

  2. Fail53,829 miles (+6)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,829 miles
    Test number
    747725127785
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine does not "rev" sufficiently (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps emit slightly unclear beams
    • AdvisorySome corrosion under vehicle

  3. Pass53,823 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    53,823 miles
    Test number
    530138612355
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre perishing around edge
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusting

  4. Fail53,812 miles (+676)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,812 miles
    Test number
    477362743351
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced off side rear floor rusted through around drain bung (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre perishing around edge
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusting

  5. Pass53,136 miles (+754)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    53,136 miles
    Test number
    689165827189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear suspension subframe rusting in places
    • AdvisorySome other rear suspension components rusting

  6. Pass52,382 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    52,382 miles
    Test number
    981688044138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail52,345 miles (+2,360)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,345 miles
    Test number
    601375233068
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords near side front outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass49,985 miles (+2,349)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    49,985 miles
    Test number
    496961964785
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre outer edge quite badly perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs inner faces quite badly rusting / worn
    • AdvisoryRear of outer sill panels / rear wheel arch areas rusting

  9. Pass47,636 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    47,636 miles
    Test number
    630638651426
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass47,602 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    47,602 miles
    Test number
    554125427793
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass47,580 miles (+242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    47,580 miles
    Test number
    896316874677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass47,338 miles (+233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    47,338 miles
    Test number
    146137766995
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass47,105 miles (+1,324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,105 miles
    Test number
    300078346553
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass45,781 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,781 miles
    Test number
    185309195018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  15. Fail45,780 miles (+356)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,780 miles
    Test number
    967238095072
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  16. Pass45,424 miles (+743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    45,424 miles
    Test number
    339661004143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass44,681 miles (+1,352)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    44,681 miles
    Test number
    115263463410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass43,329 miles (+2,638)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,329 miles
    Test number
    910389599085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,691 miles (+4,441)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,691 miles
    Test number
    833852698066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,250 miles (+4,997)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    36,250 miles
    Test number
    913172397046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    31,253 miles
    Test number
    571924286075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,253 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,253 miles
    Test number
    873263086018
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about T540 RDK

Does T540 RDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T540 RDK is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T540 RDK?
The MOT on T540 RDK is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T540 RDK done?
T540 RDK was recorded at 53,830 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 1,111 miles a year.
Has T540 RDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T540 RDK has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T540 RDK 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 T540 RDK find?
T540 RDK passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: offside rear outer sill corroded; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; brake discs corroded, and 2 more.

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