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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T857 RYCMOT history

T857 RYC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 65,463 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
65,463 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T857 RYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T857 RYC was last recorded at 65,463 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 1,467 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Oct 2021: 58,655 miles, lower than 58,681 miles on 11 Aug 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
63,996 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,467 miles
Average per year
1,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,463 miles
  • 2024 – 63,996 miles
  • 2023 – 59,000 miles
  • 2021 – 58,655 miles
  • 2020 – 58,681 miles
  • 2019 – 58,421 miles
  • 2018 – 58,101 miles
  • 2017 – 57,679 miles
  • 2016 – 57,474 miles
  • 2015 – 57,019 miles
  • 2014 – 56,720 miles
  • 2013 – 55,837 miles
  • 2012 – 55,587 miles
  • 2011 – 55,393 miles
  • 2010 – 53,940 miles
  • 2009 – 53,490 miles
  • 2008 – 47,696 miles
  • 2007 – 43,710 miles
  • 2006 – 41,173 miles
  • 2005 – 36,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,463 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,463 miles (+1,467)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    65,463 miles
    Test number
    536197563001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass63,996 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    63,996 miles
    Test number
    973089633257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail63,975 miles (+4,975)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,975 miles
    Test number
    468315046872
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass59,000 miles (+345)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    59,000 miles
    Test number
    250363420038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass58,655 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,655 miles
    Test number
    480660885535
    • 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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroding

  6. Fail58,655 miles (-26)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,655 miles
    Test number
    815774130671
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroding

  7. Pass58,681 miles (+260)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,681 miles
    Test number
    450413886463
    • 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))

  8. Pass58,421 miles (+320)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    58,421 miles
    Test number
    107644723567
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass58,101 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    58,101 miles
    Test number
    367081473285
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  10. Fail58,101 miles (+422)2 dangerous3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,101 miles
    Test number
    417808257808
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  11. Pass57,679 miles (+205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    57,679 miles
    Test number
    186715798772
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass57,474 miles (+455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    57,474 miles
    Test number
    567547908148
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass57,019 miles (+299)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    57,019 miles
    Test number
    826432076723
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre sidewall cracked
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre sidewall cracked
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre sidewall cracked
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre sidewall cracked
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  14. Pass56,720 miles (+883)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,720 miles
    Test number
    859743514271
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass55,837 miles (+250)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    55,837 miles
    Test number
    646054813263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,587 miles (+194)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,587 miles
    Test number
    686141482190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    55,393 miles
    Test number
    648193001262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,393 miles (+1,453)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,393 miles
    Test number
    657193201213
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass53,940 miles (+450)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    53,940 miles
    Test number
    933820790139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,490 miles (+5,794)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,490 miles
    Test number
    893731099111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,696 miles (+3,986)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    47,696 miles
    Test number
    203672498115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,710 miles (+2,537)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    43,710 miles
    Test number
    944741497168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,173 miles (+4,800)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    41,173 miles
    Test number
    321265196160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,373 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    36,373 miles
    Test number
    474249295156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T857 RYC

Does T857 RYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T857 RYC is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T857 RYC?
The MOT on T857 RYC is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T857 RYC done?
T857 RYC was recorded at 65,463 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 1,437 miles a year.
Has T857 RYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T857 RYC has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T857 RYC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Oct 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T857 RYC find?
T857 RYC passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive.

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