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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T815 KEPMOT history

T815 KEP is a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 49,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
49,341 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T815 KEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T815 KEP was last recorded at 49,341 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,335 miles · 4 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
1,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,341 miles
  • 2025 – 48,977 miles
  • 2024 – 47,881 miles
  • 2023 – 47,093 miles
  • 2022 – 46,498 miles
  • 2020 – 45,049 miles
  • 2019 – 44,825 miles
  • 2018 – 42,323 miles
  • 2017 – 39,916 miles
  • 2016 – 37,802 miles
  • 2015 – 37,021 miles
  • 2014 – 36,193 miles
  • 2013 – 33,961 miles
  • 2012 – 31,859 miles
  • 2011 – 28,523 miles
  • 2010 – 26,839 miles
  • 2009 – 23,588 miles
  • 2008 – 21,920 miles
  • 2007 – 20,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,341 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,341 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    49,341 miles
    Test number
    275125363169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail49,335 miles (+358)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,335 miles
    Test number
    745409226139
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass48,977 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    48,977 miles
    Test number
    130725877949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail48,975 miles (+1,094)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,975 miles
    Test number
    820822520807
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass47,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    47,881 miles
    Test number
    864970238858
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail47,881 miles (+788)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,881 miles
    Test number
    959624803617
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass47,093 miles (+595)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    47,093 miles
    Test number
    242634279797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  8. Pass46,498 miles (+1,449)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    46,498 miles
    Test number
    761095248477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,049 miles (+224)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    45,049 miles
    Test number
    915987545645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,825 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    44,825 miles
    Test number
    700433892286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,818 miles (+2,495)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,818 miles
    Test number
    356718192963
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

  12. Pass42,323 miles (+2,407)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    42,323 miles
    Test number
    842395139264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,916 miles (+2,114)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    39,916 miles
    Test number
    990287142534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryN/s wiper blade deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect front and rear brake pads!

  14. Pass37,802 miles (+781)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,802 miles
    Test number
    482005238169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,021 miles (+828)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,021 miles
    Test number
    206700995431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre showing damage to outer sidewall & feathering on outer shoulder

  16. Pass36,193 miles (+2,232)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,193 miles
    Test number
    475024384168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged & deteriorating on outer sidewall

  17. Fail33,961 miles3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,961 miles
    Test number
    697555983166
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight damage to outer wall

  18. Pass33,961 miles (+2,102)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    33,961 miles
    Test number
    928745583144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight damage to outer wall

  19. Pass31,859 miles (+3,336)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,859 miles
    Test number
    405087502247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,523 miles (+1,684)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    28,523 miles
    Test number
    286240401245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,839 miles (+3,251)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    26,839 miles
    Test number
    793219400278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,588 miles (+1,668)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    23,588 miles
    Test number
    232028509294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,920 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,920 miles
    Test number
    383983688154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail21,920 miles (+1,372)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,920 miles
    Test number
    692383788178
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass20,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    20,548 miles
    Test number
    340138907243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T815 KEP

Does T815 KEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T815 KEP is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T815 KEP?
The MOT on T815 KEP is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T815 KEP done?
T815 KEP was recorded at 49,341 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 1,547 miles a year.
Has T815 KEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T815 KEP has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T815 KEP 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 T815 KEP find?
T815 KEP passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both.

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