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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,298 cc

T563 UOSMOT history

T563 UOS is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 87,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
87,964 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T563 UOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T563 UOS was last recorded at 87,964 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 486 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,478 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
486 miles
Average per year
2,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,964 miles
  • 2025 – 87,478 miles
  • 2024 – 86,922 miles
  • 2023 – 86,404 miles
  • 2022 – 85,832 miles
  • 2021 – 85,080 miles
  • 2020 – 84,038 miles
  • 2019 – 83,556 miles
  • 2018 – 82,289 miles
  • 2017 – 82,042 miles
  • 2016 – 80,023 miles
  • 2015 – 75,293 miles
  • 2014 – 70,735 miles
  • 2013 – 66,445 miles
  • 2012 – 62,865 miles
  • 2011 – 60,068 miles
  • 2010 – 56,480 miles
  • 2009 – 51,826 miles
  • 2008 – 47,927 miles
  • 2007 – 42,485 miles
  • 2006 – 38,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,964 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in underseal/grease (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVarious suspension arms corroded front and rear

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.

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front and rear suspension components corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,964 miles (+486)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    87,964 miles
    Test number
    394140980507
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in underseal/grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension arms corroded front and rear

  2. Pass87,478 miles (+556)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    87,478 miles
    Test number
    559975876791
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside covered in underseal

  3. Pass86,922 miles (+46)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    86,922 miles
    Test number
    353290726872
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides in suspension arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside covered in underseal

  4. Fail86,876 miles (+472)12 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,876 miles
    Test number
    800066620727
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 30 cm of suspension lower arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides at suspension arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle covered in underseal

  5. Pass86,404 miles (+1)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    86,404 miles
    Test number
    918376572172
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both at suspension arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components coated with underseal
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside coated in underseal

  6. Fail86,403 miles (+571)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,403 miles
    Test number
    295254663323
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 30cm of suspension front mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both at suspension arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components coated with underseal
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside coated in underseal

  7. Pass85,832 miles (+752)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    85,832 miles
    Test number
    253118789064
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisorySuspension components coated with under seal
    • AdvisorySuspension components coorded
    • AdvisoryVehicle under side coated with under seal

  8. Pass85,080 miles (+48)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,080 miles
    Test number
    545063683475
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing at head light corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  9. Fail85,032 miles (+994)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,032 miles
    Test number
    746258699365
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing at head light corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  10. Pass84,038 miles (+482)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    84,038 miles
    Test number
    576315242294
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner wing at headlight corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering system
    • AdvisorySteering and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisorySteering and suspension components partly covered with under seal

  11. Pass83,556 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    83,556 miles
    Test number
    756681294666
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront inner wings at head lights corroded/holed
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryParts of suspension components covered with underseal

  12. Fail83,552 miles (+1,263)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,552 miles
    Test number
    186978900763
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront inner wings at head lights corroded/holed
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heaviley inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake backing plates corroded and breaking up
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryParts of suspension components covered with underseal

  13. Pass82,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    82,289 miles
    Test number
    585149599832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail82,289 miles (+247)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,289 miles
    Test number
    537490406693
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass82,042 miles (+2,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,042 miles
    Test number
    266760714500
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes coated in under seal
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes coated in under seal

  16. Pass80,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,023 miles
    Test number
    281700223843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail80,023 miles (+4,730)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,023 miles
    Test number
    209584169127
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Fail75,293 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,293 miles
    Test number
    737823205216
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass75,293 miles (+4,558)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    75,293 miles
    Test number
    928363805288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,735 miles
    Test number
    155049714211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,735 miles (+4,290)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,735 miles
    Test number
    556617114222
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass66,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,445 miles
    Test number
    688983113243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,445 miles (+3,580)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,445 miles
    Test number
    696961713222
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Fail62,865 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,865 miles
    Test number
    148785082153
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass62,865 miles (+2,797)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    62,865 miles
    Test number
    596815082150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,068 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    60,068 miles
    Test number
    766897601271
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on outer edge

  27. Fail60,068 miles (+3,588)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,068 miles
    Test number
    695096701269
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on outer edge

  28. Pass56,480 miles (+4,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,480 miles
    Test number
    380368600237
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass51,826 miles (+3,899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    51,826 miles
    Test number
    980290519267
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass47,927 miles (+5,442)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    47,927 miles
    Test number
    760023818265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass42,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    42,485 miles
    Test number
    200388377491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail42,485 miles (+4,070)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,485 miles
    Test number
    273808177146
    • FailureDirection indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

  33. Pass38,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    38,415 miles
    Test number
    863621586195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T563 UOS

Does T563 UOS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T563 UOS is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T563 UOS?
The MOT on T563 UOS is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T563 UOS done?
T563 UOS was recorded at 87,964 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 2,465 miles a year.
Has T563 UOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T563 UOS has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T563 UOS 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 T563 UOS find?
T563 UOS passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in underseal/grease; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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