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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T781 OVGMOT history

T781 OVG is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Jun 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,407 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jun 2024
Mileage
81,407 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T781 OVG
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
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T781 OVG was last recorded at 81,407 miles on 5 Jun 2023, 2,215 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,192 miles · 16 May 2022
Between the last two tests
2,215 miles
Average per year
2,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 81,407 miles
  • 2022 – 79,192 miles
  • 2021 – 77,284 miles
  • 2020 – 75,393 miles
  • 2019 – 72,547 miles
  • 2018 – 69,113 miles
  • 2017 – 68,093 miles
  • 2016 – 67,141 miles
  • 2015 – 66,102 miles
  • 2014 – 64,751 miles
  • 2012 – 61,950 miles
  • 2011 – 57,236 miles
  • 2009 – 52,527 miles
  • 2007 – 43,899 miles
  • 2006 – 39,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,407 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,407 miles (+2,215)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    81,407 miles
    Test number
    287933528061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass79,192 miles (+1,908)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    79,192 miles
    Test number
    564379811688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,284 miles (+1,891)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    77,284 miles
    Test number
    907954384241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    75,393 miles
    Test number
    897737283246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail75,393 miles (+2,846)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,393 miles
    Test number
    414758456534
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass72,547 miles (+3,434)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,547 miles
    Test number
    789318613815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,113 miles (+1,020)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,113 miles
    Test number
    288183551665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,093 miles (+952)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,093 miles
    Test number
    374446345680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    67,141 miles
    Test number
    462048641382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,141 miles (+1,039)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,141 miles
    Test number
    468052895553
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass66,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    66,102 miles
    Test number
    899065005149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail66,102 miles (+1,351)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,102 miles
    Test number
    356754805179
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront exhaust mount weld broken but system still adequately supported.

  13. Pass64,751 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    64,751 miles
    Test number
    496541634091
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Fail64,751 miles (+2,801)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,751 miles
    Test number
    135929624483
    • FailureDirection indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Pass61,950 miles (+4,714)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    61,950 miles
    Test number
    408394062435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    57,236 miles
    Test number
    649054351342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,236 miles (+3,551)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,236 miles
    Test number
    709784151325
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  18. Pass53,685 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,685 miles
    Test number
    756808401087
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail53,685 miles (+1,158)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,685 miles
    Test number
    107288401009
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass52,527 miles (+3,008)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,527 miles
    Test number
    593716559345
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass49,519 miles (+5,620)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    49,519 miles
    Test number
    393055209091
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  22. Pass43,899 miles (+4,679)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    43,899 miles
    Test number
    710565067380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,220 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    39,220 miles
    Test number
    652573546328
    • NoteBoth rear brake hoses started to perish
    • NoteFront pads 3/4 worn
    • NoteN/s/f fog light insecure
    • NoteN/s/f tyre possible puncture
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on both edges

  24. Fail39,220 miles4 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,220 miles
    Test number
    950913446333
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear brake hoses started to perish
    • NoteFront pads 3/4 worn
    • NoteN/s/f fog light insecure
    • NoteN/s/f tyre possible puncture
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on both edges

Questions about T781 OVG

Does T781 OVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T781 OVG expired on 4 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T781 OVG?
The MOT on T781 OVG expired on 4 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T781 OVG done?
T781 OVG was recorded at 81,407 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2023, an average of 2,559 miles a year.
Has T781 OVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T781 OVG has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2020.
Has the mileage on T781 OVG 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 T781 OVG find?
T781 OVG passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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