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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,199 cc

T78 KCKMOT history

T78 KCK is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 171,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
171,323 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T78 KCK
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T78 KCK was last recorded at 171,323 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 5,985 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,338 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,985 miles
Average per year
4,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,323 miles
  • 2025 – 165,338 miles
  • 2024 – 160,759 miles
  • 2023 – 156,787 miles
  • 2022 – 151,379 miles
  • 2021 – 146,149 miles
  • 2020 – 143,055 miles
  • 2019 – 136,835 miles
  • 2017 – 133,552 miles
  • 2016 – 130,199 miles
  • 2015 – 126,617 miles
  • 2014 – 123,069 miles
  • 2013 – 115,621 miles
  • 2012 – 106,064 miles
  • 2011 – 102,723 miles
  • 2010 – 98,713 miles
  • 2009 – 93,854 miles
  • 2008 – 88,550 miles
  • 2007 – 80,992 miles
  • 2006 – 80,615 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,323 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 alternator belt shredding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,323 miles (+5,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    171,323 miles
    Test number
    886396907525
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass165,338 miles (+4,579)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    165,338 miles
    Test number
    685301010262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass160,759 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    160,759 miles
    Test number
    837300062502
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront alternator belt shredding
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail160,759 miles (+3,972)1 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,759 miles
    Test number
    142037395033
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront alternator belt shredding
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass156,787 miles (+5,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    156,787 miles
    Test number
    299730013998
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass151,379 miles (+5,230)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    151,379 miles
    Test number
    605611074950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass146,149 miles (+3,094)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    146,149 miles
    Test number
    362616756828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass143,055 miles (+6,220)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    143,055 miles
    Test number
    526339837455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass136,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    136,835 miles
    Test number
    748199216928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail136,835 miles (+3,283)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,835 miles
    Test number
    231399130674
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass133,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    133,552 miles
    Test number
    170357936139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail133,550 miles (+3,351)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,550 miles
    Test number
    319973199007
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

  13. Pass130,199 miles (+3,582)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    130,199 miles
    Test number
    592049458754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass126,617 miles (+3,548)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    126,617 miles
    Test number
    669943008575
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides to max limit please keep checked (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint lift in joint please keep checked (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint lift in joint please keep checked (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak very near to exhaust please keep checked

  15. Pass123,069 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    123,069 miles
    Test number
    236623424370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail123,069 miles (+7,448)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,069 miles
    Test number
    667713324388
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass115,621 miles (+9,557)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    115,621 miles
    Test number
    179242123302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass106,064 miles (+3,341)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    106,064 miles
    Test number
    106269112349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass102,723 miles (+29)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    102,723 miles
    Test number
    816841101332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  20. Fail102,694 miles (+3,981)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,694 miles
    Test number
    677409191235
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  21. Pass98,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    98,713 miles
    Test number
    791129720392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail98,713 miles (+4,859)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,713 miles
    Test number
    684799120383
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  23. Pass93,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    93,854 miles
    Test number
    871721529363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail93,854 miles (+5,304)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,854 miles
    Test number
    400211129338
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass88,550 miles (+7,558)11 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    88,550 miles
    Test number
    292630138354
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s front tyre side wall has slight cut in it not to excess
    • NoteN/s rear tyre side wall has slight cut in it not to excess

  26. Pass80,992 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    80,992 miles
    Test number
    793040527368
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Fail80,992 miles (+377)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,992 miles
    Test number
    961100927364
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Pass80,615 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    80,615 miles
    Test number
    523599736164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about T78 KCK

Does T78 KCK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T78 KCK is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T78 KCK?
The MOT on T78 KCK is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T78 KCK done?
T78 KCK was recorded at 171,323 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 4,591 miles a year.
Has T78 KCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T78 KCK has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T78 KCK 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 T78 KCK find?
T78 KCK passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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