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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T6 VABMOT history

T6 VAB is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 121,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2024
Mileage
121,728 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T6 VAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2024
Latest MOT test
12 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T6 VAB was last recorded at 121,728 miles on 12 May 2023, 2,813 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,915 miles · 4 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2,813 miles
Average per year
4,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,728 miles
  • 2022 – 118,915 miles
  • 2021 – 114,402 miles
  • 2019 – 107,876 miles
  • 2018 – 95,263 miles
  • 2017 – 88,848 miles
  • 2016 – 85,071 miles
  • 2015 – 81,597 miles
  • 2014 – 76,457 miles
  • 2013 – 72,402 miles
  • 2012 – 68,301 miles
  • 2011 – 62,382 miles
  • 2010 – 57,218 miles
  • 2009 – 53,456 miles
  • 2008 – 50,211 miles
  • 2007 – 44,931 miles
  • 2006 – 38,461 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,728 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,728 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    121,728 miles
    Test number
    181646943389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail121,728 miles (+2,813)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,728 miles
    Test number
    158131613863
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass118,915 miles (+4,513)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    118,915 miles
    Test number
    200091844532
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass114,402 miles (+6,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    114,402 miles
    Test number
    957915057866
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass107,876 miles (+7,300)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,876 miles
    Test number
    489365821659
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front inner wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass100,576 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,576 miles
    Test number
    231026008859
    • MinorOffside Front Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front worn on outside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front worn on inside edge

  7. Fail100,576 miles (+5,313)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,576 miles
    Test number
    633156684284
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory indirect vision device seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front worn on outside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front worn on inside edge

  8. Pass95,263 miles (+6,415)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    95,263 miles
    Test number
    271014812846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,848 miles (+3,777)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    88,848 miles
    Test number
    690807650278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,071 miles (+3,474)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    85,071 miles
    Test number
    434396045352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,597 miles (+5,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    81,597 miles
    Test number
    817215715047
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  12. Pass76,457 miles (+4,055)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    76,457 miles
    Test number
    119066714012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,402 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,402 miles
    Test number
    298799003081
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass72,402 miles (+4,101)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    72,402 miles
    Test number
    407449603038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass68,301 miles (+5,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    68,301 miles
    Test number
    976802212036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass62,382 miles (+5,164)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    62,382 miles
    Test number
    139397601472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,218 miles
    Test number
    184071720031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,218 miles (+3,762)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,218 miles
    Test number
    350811320074
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass53,456 miles (+3,245)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    53,456 miles
    Test number
    130060229074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    50,211 miles
    Test number
    500524828042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,211 miles (+5,280)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,211 miles
    Test number
    951394928082
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass44,931 miles (+6,470)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    44,931 miles
    Test number
    412869917038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass38,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    38,461 miles
    Test number
    391156026038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T6 VAB

Does T6 VAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T6 VAB expired on 11 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T6 VAB?
The MOT on T6 VAB expired on 11 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T6 VAB done?
T6 VAB was recorded at 121,728 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2023, an average of 4,816 miles a year.
Has T6 VAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T6 VAB has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T6 VAB 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 T6 VAB find?
T6 VAB passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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