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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,298 cc

T808 ABNMOT history

T808 ABN is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2022 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 165,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2022
Mileage
165,865 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T808 ABN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T808 ABN was last recorded at 165,865 miles on 8 Jul 2022, 890 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,975 miles · 15 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
890 miles
Average per year
7,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 165,865 miles
  • 2021 – 164,975 miles
  • 2020 – 163,567 miles
  • 2019 – 162,430 miles
  • 2018 – 160,878 miles
  • 2017 – 152,698 miles
  • 2016 – 144,103 miles
  • 2015 – 137,963 miles
  • 2014 – 126,314 miles
  • 2013 – 118,008 miles
  • 2012 – 108,112 miles
  • 2011 – 100,819 miles
  • 2010 – 91,725 miles
  • 2009 – 78,283 miles
  • 2008 – 69,185 miles
  • 2007 – 60,754 miles
  • 2006 – 50,968 miles
  • 2005 – 41,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail165,865 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp lens cover misted (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished/cracked on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre heavily worn on inner edge and small cuts to tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished/cracked on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front corner of bumper poorly secured
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive from axle housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive from gearbox sump pan

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate cracked in corner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play in steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail165,865 miles (+890)6 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,865 miles
    Test number
    596825522468
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp lens cover misted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished/cracked on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre heavily worn on inner edge and small cuts to tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished/cracked on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corner of bumper poorly secured
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive from axle housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass164,975 miles (+1,408)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    164,975 miles
    Test number
    127514989743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass163,567 miles (+1)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    163,567 miles
    Test number
    424352862226
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive from gearbox sump pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate cracked in corner (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play in steering box (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive from axle housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail163,566 miles (+1,136)3 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,566 miles
    Test number
    375436776932
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced no pattern due to lens cover misted (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive from gearbox sump pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate cracked in corner (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play in steering box (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive from axle housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass162,430 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    162,430 miles
    Test number
    775802046717
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  6. Fail162,429 miles (+1,551)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,429 miles
    Test number
    399306449065
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  7. Pass160,878 miles (+110)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    160,878 miles
    Test number
    825230844556
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play ns/os (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated high (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns/os (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail160,768 miles (+8,070)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,768 miles
    Test number
    664360680854
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass152,698 miles (+8,595)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    152,698 miles
    Test number
    156440662732
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear differential

  10. Pass144,103 miles (+6,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    144,103 miles
    Test number
    711639218701
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

  11. Pass137,963 miles (+11,649)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    137,963 miles
    Test number
    685865185158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass126,314 miles (+8,306)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    126,314 miles
    Test number
    209471684171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass118,008 miles (+9,896)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    118,008 miles
    Test number
    577767473193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass108,112 miles (+7,293)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    108,112 miles
    Test number
    536381752196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass100,819 miles (+9,094)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    100,819 miles
    Test number
    816430831299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,725 miles (+13,442)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    91,725 miles
    Test number
    511942620266
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear diff damp
    • NoteSteering box damp

  17. Pass78,283 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    78,283 miles
    Test number
    412628809282
    • NoteSlight lift/play in o/s/f lower ball joint not over 0.4mm of lift at time of test.

  18. Fail78,283 miles (+9,098)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,283 miles
    Test number
    721766309203
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight lift/play in o/s/f lower ball joint not over 0.4mm of lift at time of test.

  19. Pass69,185 miles (+8,431)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    69,185 miles
    Test number
    970731968206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail60,754 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,754 miles
    Test number
    223242837278
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass60,754 miles (+9,786)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    60,754 miles
    Test number
    534192337247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,968 miles (+9,195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    50,968 miles
    Test number
    891523306209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass41,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    41,773 miles
    Test number
    623736626009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T808 ABN

Does T808 ABN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T808 ABN expired on 23 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T808 ABN?
The MOT on T808 ABN expired on 23 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T808 ABN done?
T808 ABN was recorded at 165,865 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2022, an average of 7,306 miles a year.
Has T808 ABN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T808 ABN has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T808 ABN 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 T808 ABN find?
T808 ABN failed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2022 with 6 major defects and 13 advisories: nearside front front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle; nearside rear brake hose excessively deteriorated; offside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp lens cover misted, and 16 more.

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