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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,799 cc

T59 UDKMOT history

T59 UDK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 120,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
120,403 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T59 UDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T59 UDK was last recorded at 120,403 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,400 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,403 miles
  • 2025 – 108,837 miles
  • 2024 – 102,357 miles
  • 2023 – 98,459 miles
  • 2022 – 97,016 miles
  • 2020 – 95,031 miles
  • 2019 – 91,023 miles
  • 2018 – 88,557 miles
  • 2017 – 85,538 miles
  • 2016 – 82,699 miles
  • 2015 – 81,738 miles
  • 2014 – 80,160 miles
  • 2013 – 79,049 miles
  • 2012 – 77,245 miles
  • 2011 – 74,098 miles
  • 2009 – 66,915 miles
  • 2008 – 60,593 miles
  • 2007 – 51,446 miles
  • 2006 – 44,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,403 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  • AdvisoryFront wipers smears

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working boot lid

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass120,403 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    120,403 miles
    Test number
    990432841950
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smears

  2. Fail120,400 miles (+11,563)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,400 miles
    Test number
    161024805328
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested light not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper smears'

  3. Pass108,837 miles (+78)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,837 miles
    Test number
    129762411395
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working boot lid (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail108,759 miles (+6,402)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,759 miles
    Test number
    488662456717
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working boot lid (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass102,357 miles (+3,898)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    102,357 miles
    Test number
    105398262446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,459 miles (+1,443)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    98,459 miles
    Test number
    733460575442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,016 miles (+1,985)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    97,016 miles
    Test number
    230167998984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,031 miles (+4,008)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    95,031 miles
    Test number
    870156292167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,023 miles (+2,466)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,023 miles
    Test number
    973437977271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass88,557 miles (+3,019)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,557 miles
    Test number
    568425148713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass85,538 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    85,538 miles
    Test number
    559865263874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,699 miles (+961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    82,699 miles
    Test number
    664688146104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass81,738 miles (+1,578)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,738 miles
    Test number
    915526565132
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass80,160 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    80,160 miles
    Test number
    748137414256
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail80,158 miles (+1,109)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,158 miles
    Test number
    269121614266
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass79,049 miles (+1,804)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,049 miles
    Test number
    986447673129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,245 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    77,245 miles
    Test number
    366699092138
    • NoteRear diff has slight leak
    • NoteSlight play n/s/f steering box linkage

  18. Fail77,245 miles (+3,147)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,245 miles
    Test number
    719759192181
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear diff has slight leak
    • NoteSlight play n/s/f steering box linkage

  19. Pass74,098 miles (+7,183)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,098 miles
    Test number
    236264691403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    66,915 miles
    Test number
    684001039300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail66,915 miles (+6,322)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,915 miles
    Test number
    380871639362
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass60,593 miles (+9,147)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    60,593 miles
    Test number
    611058718397
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass51,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    51,446 miles
    Test number
    301412937415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,446 miles (+7,171)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,446 miles
    Test number
    714358727251
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth secondary catalyst rattling inside exhaust housing

  25. Pass44,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    44,275 miles
    Test number
    891966596122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T59 UDK

Does T59 UDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T59 UDK is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T59 UDK?
The MOT on T59 UDK is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T59 UDK done?
T59 UDK was recorded at 120,403 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 3,851 miles a year.
Has T59 UDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T59 UDK has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T59 UDK 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 T59 UDK find?
T59 UDK passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; exhaust corroded; front wipers smears.

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