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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T761 BPOMOT history

T761 BPO is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 26 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 102,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2024
Mileage
102,485 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T761 BPO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T761 BPO was last recorded at 102,485 miles on 31 Aug 2023, 115 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,370 miles · 10 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
115 miles
Average per year
3,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 102,485 miles
  • 2021 – 102,370 miles
  • 2020 – 95,474 miles
  • 2019 – 89,228 miles
  • 2017 – 84,982 miles
  • 2016 – 80,780 miles
  • 2015 – 79,074 miles
  • 2014 – 77,022 miles
  • 2013 – 74,987 miles
  • 2012 – 71,749 miles
  • 2009 – 58,206 miles
  • 2008 – 57,568 miles
  • 2007 – 53,924 miles
  • 2006 – 53,506 miles
  • 2005 – 43,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,485 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,485 miles (+115)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    102,485 miles
    Test number
    575263139322
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass102,370 miles (+6,896)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    102,370 miles
    Test number
    906266081365
    • AdvisoryFront number plate - damaged
    • AdvisoryExhaust - noisey - modified - but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  3. Pass95,474 miles (+6,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    95,474 miles
    Test number
    961653911139
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass89,228 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,228 miles
    Test number
    493652105090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail89,216 miles (+20)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,216 miles
    Test number
    915373366924
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  6. Fail89,196 miles (+5)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,196 miles
    Test number
    872243675974
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  7. Fail89,191 miles (+4,209)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,191 miles
    Test number
    743334217022
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass84,982 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    84,982 miles
    Test number
    740182362931
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryFront tyres feathering on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade starting to split

  9. Fail84,982 miles (+4,202)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,982 miles
    Test number
    721228106001
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryFront tyres feathering on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade starting to split

  10. Pass80,780 miles (+1,706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    80,780 miles
    Test number
    504453830460
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wear on inside edges

  11. Pass79,074 miles (+2,052)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,074 miles
    Test number
    695090425181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass77,022 miles (+2,035)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,022 miles
    Test number
    389983474065
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/S/R brake disc slightly corroded, front exhaust bracket broken off, rear number plate slightly insecure. Both front headlamps have slight movement.
    • NoteSlight movement both front inner steering arms. Both front tyres wearing on inner edges of tread, n/s/f tyre has minor damage to outer sidewall.

  13. Pass74,987 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    74,987 miles
    Test number
    785207273010
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront exhaust mount adrift

  14. Fail74,987 miles (+3,238)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,987 miles
    Test number
    156117873063
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront exhaust mount adrift

  15. Pass71,749 miles (+13,543)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,749 miles
    Test number
    376912172080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,206 miles (+638)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    58,206 miles
    Test number
    261574449219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,568 miles
    Test number
    821757788021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,568 miles (+3,644)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,568 miles
    Test number
    490517488026
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass53,924 miles (+418)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    53,924 miles
    Test number
    362889627092
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to get down

  20. Pass53,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    53,506 miles
    Test number
    654314726343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,506 miles (+10,330)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,506 miles
    Test number
    784484226313
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass43,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    43,176 miles
    Test number
    302863195177
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T761 BPO

Does T761 BPO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T761 BPO expired on 30 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T761 BPO?
The MOT on T761 BPO expired on 30 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T761 BPO done?
T761 BPO was recorded at 102,485 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2023, an average of 3,270 miles a year.
Has T761 BPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T761 BPO has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on T761 BPO 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 T761 BPO find?
T761 BPO passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2023 with 4 advisories: exhaust noisy; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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