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Mercedes-Benz CLK

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T853 VAPMOT history

T853 VAP is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 137,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2026
Mileage
137,646 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T853 VAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2026
Latest MOT test
20 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T853 VAP was last recorded at 137,646 miles on 20 May 2025, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,598 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
2,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,646 miles
  • 2024 – 134,737 miles
  • 2022 – 128,889 miles
  • 2021 – 126,048 miles
  • 2020 – 126,037 miles
  • 2018 – 125,195 miles
  • 2016 – 125,182 miles
  • 2015 – 124,040 miles
  • 2014 – 119,115 miles
  • 2013 – 116,831 miles
  • 2012 – 114,280 miles
  • 2011 – 108,568 miles
  • 2010 – 103,451 miles
  • 2009 – 100,729 miles
  • 2008 – 94,080 miles
  • 2007 – 90,679 miles
  • 2006 – 86,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,646 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake disc back plate corroded and loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,646 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    137,646 miles
    Test number
    823709383746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail137,598 miles (+2,861)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,598 miles
    Test number
    453965893837
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass134,737 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    134,737 miles
    Test number
    674301752203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail134,726 miles (+5,837)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,726 miles
    Test number
    556892597745
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass128,889 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    128,889 miles
    Test number
    859717811223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail128,881 miles (+2,833)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,881 miles
    Test number
    978579113143
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass126,048 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    126,048 miles
    Test number
    929919956344
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  8. Fail126,043 miles (+6)3 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,043 miles
    Test number
    690157607784
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  9. Fail126,037 miles (+842)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,037 miles
    Test number
    834552918779
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All under bonnet pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass125,195 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    125,195 miles
    Test number
    898402814985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc back plate corroded and loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc back plate corroded and loose
    • AdvisoryRear 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))

  11. Fail125,195 miles1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,195 miles
    Test number
    242222478360
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc back plate corroded and loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc back plate corroded and loose
    • AdvisoryRear 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))

  12. Fail125,195 miles (+13)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,195 miles
    Test number
    346342099130
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc back plate corroded and loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear 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))

  13. Pass125,182 miles (+1,142)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    125,182 miles
    Test number
    155390002315
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deterioration

  14. Pass124,040 miles (+4,925)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    124,040 miles
    Test number
    369079085117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass119,115 miles (+2,284)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    119,115 miles
    Test number
    568165594162
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteExhaust deterioration

  16. Pass116,831 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    116,831 miles
    Test number
    488767573126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail116,831 miles (+2,551)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,831 miles
    Test number
    637025273146
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass114,280 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    114,280 miles
    Test number
    808142002243
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth aux belts in poor condition
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing thin on edges
    • NoteExhaust system detearted
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

  19. Fail114,280 miles (+5,712)3 failures2 repaired5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,280 miles
    Test number
    437650602241
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth aux belts in poor condition
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing thin on edges
    • NoteExhaust system detearted
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

  20. Pass108,568 miles (+5,117)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    108,568 miles
    Test number
    737052571151
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCorrosion to front wings and rear wheel arches

  21. Pass103,451 miles (+2,722)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    103,451 miles
    Test number
    404207610176
    • NoteFront wiperblade in poor condition

  22. Fail100,729 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,729 miles
    Test number
    441710469189
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass100,729 miles (+6,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    100,729 miles
    Test number
    704670969158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass94,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    94,080 miles
    Test number
    671920958177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail94,080 miles (+3,401)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,080 miles
    Test number
    283938848405
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass90,679 miles (+4,546)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    90,679 miles
    Test number
    913631457179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on edge

  27. Pass86,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    86,133 miles
    Test number
    271676086487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T853 VAP

Does T853 VAP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T853 VAP expired on 19 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T853 VAP?
The MOT on T853 VAP expired on 19 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T853 VAP done?
T853 VAP was recorded at 137,646 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2025, an average of 2,729 miles a year.
Has T853 VAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T853 VAP has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T853 VAP 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 T853 VAP find?
T853 VAP passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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