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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T565 DLMMOT history

T565 DLM is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 43,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2026
Mileage
43,614 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T565 DLM
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
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T565 DLM was last recorded at 43,614 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 86 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
43,528 miles · 7 May 2024
Between the last two tests
86 miles
Average per year
1,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 43,614 miles
  • 2024 – 43,528 miles
  • 2023 – 43,445 miles
  • 2022 – 42,807 miles
  • 2021 – 42,472 miles
  • 2020 – 40,088 miles
  • 2019 – 38,886 miles
  • 2018 – 38,321 miles
  • 2017 – 34,113 miles
  • 2016 – 30,660 miles
  • 2015 – 27,151 miles
  • 2013 – 25,234 miles
  • 2012 – 24,237 miles
  • 2011 – 23,793 miles
  • 2010 – 22,237 miles
  • 2009 – 20,014 miles
  • 2007 – 16,162 miles
  • 2006 – 14,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,614 miles
  • MinorOffside 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 2023
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust joint bolts are badly corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light is inoperative
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryAll suspension parts are corroded

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,614 miles (+86)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    43,614 miles
    Test number
    448914698232
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust joint bolts are badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light is inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension parts are corroded

  2. Pass43,528 miles (+83)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    43,528 miles
    Test number
    798207154131
    • AdvisoryExtensive corrosion throughout all suspension components under vehicle.
    • AdvisoryLong park brake lever travel, not considered excessive.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass43,445 miles (+638)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    43,445 miles
    Test number
    908187761551
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  4. Pass42,807 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    42,807 miles
    Test number
    524406518591
    • MinorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also all fittings very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all suspension bushes perished and hard (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f spot light not working
    • AdvisoryWasher jets partially blocked

  5. Fail42,807 miles (+335)1 repaired1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,807 miles
    Test number
    554110306063
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also all fittings very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all suspension bushes perished and hard (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f spot light not working
    • AdvisoryWasher jets partially blocked

  6. Pass42,472 miles (+2,384)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    42,472 miles
    Test number
    357812034344
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear brake pipes are corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material section going underneath the chassis leg corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass40,088 miles (+1,202)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    40,088 miles
    Test number
    635498165579
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation inside lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation inside lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight scabbing (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass38,886 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    38,886 miles
    Test number
    868731370201
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail38,886 miles (+565)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,886 miles
    Test number
    818297480962
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass38,321 miles (+4,208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    38,321 miles
    Test number
    603647230757
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass34,113 miles (+3,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,113 miles
    Test number
    363614245116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded plus various (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass30,660 miles (+3,509)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    30,660 miles
    Test number
    768924563299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,151 miles (+1,917)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,151 miles
    Test number
    726113485027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  14. Pass25,234 miles (+997)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    25,234 miles
    Test number
    809459033232
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  15. Pass24,237 miles (+444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,237 miles
    Test number
    359248282009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  16. Pass23,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    23,793 miles
    Test number
    538620881027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail23,793 miles (+1,556)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,793 miles
    Test number
    889660281011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass22,237 miles (+2,223)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    22,237 miles
    Test number
    781151380015
    • AdvisoryCentre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass20,014 miles (+3,852)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    20,014 miles
    Test number
    190774289034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    16,162 miles
    Test number
    784878127183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail16,162 miles (+1,450)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,162 miles
    Test number
    250398727447
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  22. Pass14,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    14,712 miles
    Test number
    172515936137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail14,712 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,712 miles
    Test number
    874665636100
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about T565 DLM

Does T565 DLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T565 DLM is valid until 19 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T565 DLM?
The MOT on T565 DLM is valid until 19 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T565 DLM done?
T565 DLM was recorded at 43,614 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 1,487 miles a year.
Has T565 DLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T565 DLM has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T565 DLM 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 T565 DLM find?
T565 DLM passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front exhaust joint bolts are badly corroded; nearside front outer brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 9 more.

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