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Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T704 XEGMOT history

T704 XEG is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 8 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 86,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
86,526 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T704 XEG
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
8 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T704 XEG was last recorded at 86,526 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,126 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
400 miles
Average per year
2,367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,526 miles
  • 2025 – 86,126 miles
  • 2024 – 85,753 miles
  • 2023 – 85,365 miles
  • 2022 – 84,802 miles
  • 2021 – 84,192 miles
  • 2020 – 83,499 miles
  • 2019 – 82,417 miles
  • 2018 – 80,467 miles
  • 2017 – 78,339 miles
  • 2016 – 75,610 miles
  • 2015 – 74,549 miles
  • 2014 – 73,179 miles
  • 2013 – 72,340 miles
  • 2012 – 70,529 miles
  • 2011 – 68,567 miles
  • 2010 – 67,503 miles
  • 2008 – 65,136 miles
  • 2007 – 51,672 miles
  • 2006 – 45,297 miles
  • 2005 – 36,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,526 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,526 miles (+400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    86,526 miles
    Test number
    673108535716
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass86,126 miles (+373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    86,126 miles
    Test number
    192761240619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass85,753 miles (+388)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    85,753 miles
    Test number
    270797475682
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ end 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass85,365 miles (+1)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    85,365 miles
    Test number
    891379632772
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear @ rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear @ rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail85,364 miles (+562)2 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,364 miles
    Test number
    670022659357
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Side repaeter (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear @ rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear @ rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass84,802 miles (+610)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    84,802 miles
    Test number
    418445834324
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMain fuel lines slight corrosion

  7. Pass84,192 miles (+693)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    84,192 miles
    Test number
    208452516199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear main run (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear main run (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe corroded

  8. Pass83,499 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,499 miles
    Test number
    595799838025
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail83,491 miles (+1,074)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,491 miles
    Test number
    567431421081
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass82,417 miles (+1,950)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    82,417 miles
    Test number
    486744449815
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass80,467 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    80,467 miles
    Test number
    701437268383
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded both front to rears
    • AdvisoryInner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  12. Fail80,467 miles (+2,128)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,467 miles
    Test number
    580307128060
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working bulb missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded both front to rears
    • AdvisoryInner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  13. Pass78,339 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    78,339 miles
    Test number
    313490722799
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  14. Fail78,334 miles (+2,724)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,334 miles
    Test number
    204082162364
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  15. Pass75,610 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,610 miles
    Test number
    548481629290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail75,610 miles (+1,061)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,610 miles
    Test number
    398990464819
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass74,549 miles (+1,370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,549 miles
    Test number
    821382565086
    • AdvisoryBoth rear flexible brake hoses cracking
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes to both rear flexible brake hoses corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside track rod end dust cover slightly split

  18. Pass73,179 miles (+839)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    73,179 miles
    Test number
    309576964227
    • NoteBattery loose in casing but not insecure
    • NoteFront wheel bearings slight free play both sides
    • NoteMiddle exhaust bracket broken. exhaust not insecure

  19. Pass72,340 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    72,340 miles
    Test number
    748186953298
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail72,337 miles (+1,808)4 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,337 miles
    Test number
    586376353235
    • FailureIndicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass70,529 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    70,529 miles
    Test number
    417082752262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail70,529 miles (+1,962)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,529 miles
    Test number
    155912552227
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass68,567 miles (+1,064)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    68,567 miles
    Test number
    875713521216
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass67,503 miles (+751)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    67,503 miles
    Test number
    584644330357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,752 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    66,752 miles
    Test number
    604714050007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail66,725 miles (+1,589)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,725 miles
    Test number
    833888140050
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass65,136 miles (+13,464)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    65,136 miles
    Test number
    514165228301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass51,672 miles (+6,375)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    51,672 miles
    Test number
    323283107393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail45,297 miles2 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,297 miles
    Test number
    244597546235
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  30. Pass45,297 miles (+8,344)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    45,297 miles
    Test number
    472477846250
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  31. Fail36,953 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,953 miles
    Test number
    304765925412
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

  32. Pass36,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    36,953 miles
    Test number
    511705025295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T704 XEG

Does T704 XEG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T704 XEG is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T704 XEG?
The MOT on T704 XEG is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T704 XEG done?
T704 XEG was recorded at 86,526 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 2,367 miles a year.
Has T704 XEG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T704 XEG has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T704 XEG 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 T704 XEG find?
T704 XEG passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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