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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T83 RMCMOT history

T83 RMC is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 109,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2025
Mileage
109,930 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T83 RMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T83 RMC was last recorded at 109,930 miles on 10 Oct 2024, 943 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,987 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
943 miles
Average per year
4,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 109,930 miles
  • 2023 – 104,530 miles
  • 2021 – 96,855 miles
  • 2020 – 85,430 miles
  • 2019 – 78,143 miles
  • 2018 – 71,239 miles
  • 2017 – 63,432 miles
  • 2016 – 61,595 miles
  • 2015 – 60,395 miles
  • 2014 – 56,805 miles
  • 2013 – 54,784 miles
  • 2012 – 52,132 miles
  • 2011 – 48,187 miles
  • 2010 – 45,715 miles
  • 2009 – 43,199 miles
  • 2008 – 39,344 miles
  • 2007 – 36,731 miles
  • 2006 – 34,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,930 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Various rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Slight dampness to rear diff

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • All direction indicators not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering & Suspension Components Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear nearside tyre is worn to wear markers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear offside underside brace bar is corroded/broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,930 miles (+943)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    109,930 miles
    Test number
    964971524520
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Various rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail108,987 miles (+4,457)2 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,987 miles
    Test number
    328607499552
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Various rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass104,530 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,530 miles
    Test number
    407765324264
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering & Suspension Components Corroded

  4. Fail104,520 miles (+7,665)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,520 miles
    Test number
    159734438756
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering & Suspension Components Corroded

  5. Pass96,855 miles (+11,425)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    96,855 miles
    Test number
    977692134022
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight dampness to rear diff
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp beam pattern poor

  6. Pass85,430 miles (+141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    85,430 miles
    Test number
    931485112899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside tyre is worn to wear markers
    • AdvisorySlight dampness to rear diff

  7. Fail85,289 miles (+7,146)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,289 miles
    Test number
    722562541936
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working Outers (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear nearside tyre is worn to wear markers
    • AdvisoryRear offside underside brace bar is corroded/broken
    • AdvisorySlight dampness to rear diff

  8. Pass78,143 miles (+6,904)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,143 miles
    Test number
    730124304758
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are wearing slightly on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear offside underside brace bar is corroded/broken

  9. Pass71,239 miles (+105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    71,239 miles
    Test number
    110115016671
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to crack

  10. Fail71,134 miles (+7,702)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,134 miles
    Test number
    803521821244
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of an obligatory external mirror (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to crack

  11. Pass63,432 miles (+1,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,432 miles
    Test number
    643381615997
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass61,595 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    61,595 miles
    Test number
    521105099619
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Fail61,595 miles (+1,200)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,595 miles
    Test number
    556613086325
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Fail60,395 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,395 miles
    Test number
    575319755171
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  15. Pass60,395 miles (+3,590)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,395 miles
    Test number
    639209855177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,805 miles (+2,021)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,805 miles
    Test number
    347449664155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass54,784 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,784 miles
    Test number
    916078263161
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail54,784 miles (+2,652)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,784 miles
    Test number
    389878963142
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass52,132 miles (+3,945)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,132 miles
    Test number
    336960662177
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteOil residue on rear diff

  20. Pass48,187 miles (+2,472)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,187 miles
    Test number
    796824161059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,715 miles (+2,516)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,715 miles
    Test number
    791325460050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    43,199 miles
    Test number
    640016169065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,199 miles (+3,855)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,199 miles
    Test number
    130556769477
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass39,344 miles (+2,613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,344 miles
    Test number
    731877868076
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Pass36,731 miles (+2,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,731 miles
    Test number
    211974567051
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. Pass34,127 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,127 miles
    Test number
    523006266011
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth rear diff output seals leaking slightly
    • NoteSlight rattle in cat converter

Questions about T83 RMC

Does T83 RMC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T83 RMC expired on 9 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T83 RMC?
The MOT on T83 RMC expired on 9 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T83 RMC done?
T83 RMC was recorded at 109,930 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2024, an average of 4,076 miles a year.
Has T83 RMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T83 RMC has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T83 RMC 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 T83 RMC find?
T83 RMC passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2024 with 3 minor defects and 11 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 11 more.

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