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Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T576 UCSMOT history

T576 UCS is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 74,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2024
Mileage
74,731 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T576 UCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T576 UCS was last recorded at 74,731 miles on 7 Jul 2023, 3,833 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,898 miles · 11 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
3,833 miles
Average per year
2,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 74,731 miles
  • 2022 – 70,898 miles
  • 2021 – 68,305 miles
  • 2020 – 67,129 miles
  • 2019 – 66,298 miles
  • 2018 – 65,696 miles
  • 2017 – 64,323 miles
  • 2016 – 63,619 miles
  • 2015 – 62,005 miles
  • 2014 – 55,666 miles
  • 2013 – 53,781 miles
  • 2012 – 52,141 miles
  • 2011 – 49,871 miles
  • 2010 – 44,543 miles
  • 2009 – 41,971 miles
  • 2008 – 40,763 miles
  • 2007 – 39,596 miles
  • 2006 – 37,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,731 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both of (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all of (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,731 miles (+3,833)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    74,731 miles
    Test number
    595867150428
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both of (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all of (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass70,898 miles (+2,593)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    70,898 miles
    Test number
    525203220188
    • AdvisoryN/S and O/S headlamp beam images slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass68,305 miles (+1,176)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    68,305 miles
    Test number
    676000558962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass67,129 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    67,129 miles
    Test number
    655665946578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail67,126 miles (+828)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,126 miles
    Test number
    496817957307
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass66,298 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    66,298 miles
    Test number
    242881544994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail66,285 miles (+589)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,285 miles
    Test number
    541759779172
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Heavy cracking on outer sidewall, leaving cords exposed. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass65,696 miles (+1,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    65,696 miles
    Test number
    691725078126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To front flex.hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear flex brake hose. (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass64,323 miles (+704)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,323 miles
    Test number
    832280298192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,619 miles
    Test number
    606142659834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail63,619 miles (+1,614)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,619 miles
    Test number
    688925542988
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  12. Pass62,005 miles (+6,339)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,005 miles
    Test number
    545423605161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,666 miles (+1,885)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,666 miles
    Test number
    366976804199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,781 miles (+1,640)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,781 miles
    Test number
    276964413165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    52,141 miles
    Test number
    319613302130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail52,140 miles (+2,269)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,140 miles
    Test number
    718453002147
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  17. Pass49,871 miles (+5,328)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    49,871 miles
    Test number
    347015691082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,543 miles (+2,572)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    44,543 miles
    Test number
    530180610152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,971 miles (+1,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,971 miles
    Test number
    222950419482
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  20. Pass40,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,763 miles
    Test number
    292299018127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,758 miles (+1,162)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,758 miles
    Test number
    854869718150
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
  22. Pass39,596 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    39,596 miles
    Test number
    981356967040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,586 miles (+2,033)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,586 miles
    Test number
    713204667026
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
  24. Pass37,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    37,553 miles
    Test number
    741748066063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T576 UCS

Does T576 UCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T576 UCS expired on 14 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T576 UCS?
The MOT on T576 UCS expired on 14 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T576 UCS done?
T576 UCS was recorded at 74,731 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2023, an average of 2,146 miles a year.
Has T576 UCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T576 UCS has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on T576 UCS 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 T576 UCS find?
T576 UCS passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2023 with 4 advisories: front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both of; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all of; sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear, and 1 more.

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