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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T689 NLBMOT history

T689 NLB is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 13 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 181,132 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
181,132 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T689 NLB
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
13 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T689 NLB was last recorded at 181,132 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 1,084 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,048 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,084 miles
Average per year
3,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 181,132 miles
  • 2024 – 180,048 miles
  • 2022 – 179,791 miles
  • 2021 – 178,675 miles
  • 2020 – 177,863 miles
  • 2019 – 177,505 miles
  • 2018 – 176,739 miles
  • 2017 – 176,189 miles
  • 2016 – 174,642 miles
  • 2015 – 174,352 miles
  • 2014 – 173,935 miles
  • 2013 – 173,497 miles
  • 2011 – 172,389 miles
  • 2009 – 168,026 miles
  • 2008 – 150,699 miles
  • 2007 – 132,327 miles
  • 2006 – 121,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,132 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass181,132 miles (+1,084)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    181,132 miles
    Test number
    430334248054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass180,048 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    180,048 miles
    Test number
    292132373372
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail180,047 miles (+256)2 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,047 miles
    Test number
    329929419613
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass179,791 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    179,791 miles
    Test number
    796712115568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail179,787 miles (+1,112)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,787 miles
    Test number
    209433079230
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass178,675 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    178,675 miles
    Test number
    453660311393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail178,663 miles (+800)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,663 miles
    Test number
    905897598976
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass177,863 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    177,863 miles
    Test number
    316189685869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail177,863 miles (+358)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,863 miles
    Test number
    964092097714
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass177,505 miles (+766)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    177,505 miles
    Test number
    156721379177
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass176,739 miles (+550)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    176,739 miles
    Test number
    291294875294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass176,189 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    176,189 miles
    Test number
    448295544517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass174,642 miles (+290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    174,642 miles
    Test number
    525510906887
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass174,352 miles (+417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    174,352 miles
    Test number
    774426160469
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass173,935 miles (+438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    173,935 miles
    Test number
    696963534230
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass173,497 miles (+1,108)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    173,497 miles
    Test number
    128682343267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass172,389 miles (+4,363)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    172,389 miles
    Test number
    157252221483
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass168,026 miles (+2,686)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    168,026 miles
    Test number
    472363789254
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear wheels different sizes

  19. Pass165,340 miles (+14,641)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    165,340 miles
    Test number
    711407319137
    • NoteHigh level brake lamp inop
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f tyres bald on inner edge of tread

  20. Pass150,699 miles (+18,372)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    150,699 miles
    Test number
    294814418162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass132,327 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    132,327 miles
    Test number
    224824917155
    • NoteAll 4 tyres worn down to 2mm

  22. Fail132,327 miles (+10,358)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,327 miles
    Test number
    950014817137
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres worn down to 2mm

  23. Pass121,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    121,969 miles
    Test number
    472912346299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail121,969 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,969 miles
    Test number
    863512146235
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T689 NLB

Does T689 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T689 NLB is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T689 NLB?
The MOT on T689 NLB is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T689 NLB done?
T689 NLB was recorded at 181,132 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 3,072 miles a year.
Has T689 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T689 NLB has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T689 NLB 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 T689 NLB find?
T689 NLB passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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