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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T897 KKWMOT history

T897 KKW is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 92,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2026
Mileage
92,970 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T897 KKW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T897 KKW was last recorded at 92,970 miles on 15 Jul 2025, 2,008 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,962 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
2,008 miles
Average per year
2,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,970 miles
  • 2024 – 90,962 miles
  • 2023 – 87,419 miles
  • 2022 – 77,457 miles
  • 2021 – 75,004 miles
  • 2020 – 73,263 miles
  • 2019 – 71,190 miles
  • 2018 – 69,170 miles
  • 2017 – 68,077 miles
  • 2016 – 65,707 miles
  • 2015 – 63,258 miles
  • 2014 – 62,325 miles
  • 2013 – 60,839 miles
  • 2012 – 59,115 miles
  • 2011 – 56,579 miles
  • 2010 – 53,720 miles
  • 2009 – 51,735 miles
  • 2008 – 49,054 miles
  • 2007 – 46,437 miles
  • 2006 – 43,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,970 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNsr wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOsr outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOsr wheel arch corroded

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass92,970 miles (+2,008)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    92,970 miles
    Test number
    762107398582
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNsr wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOsr outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOsr wheel arch corroded

  2. Pass90,962 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    90,962 miles
    Test number
    275302131172
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes covered in grease

  3. Fail90,962 miles (+3,543)2 major2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,962 miles
    Test number
    235864242451
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes covered in grease

  4. Pass87,419 miles (+186)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    87,419 miles
    Test number
    426037440592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail87,233 miles (+9,776)1 dangerous4 major2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,233 miles
    Test number
    345927263100
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass77,457 miles (+2,453)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,457 miles
    Test number
    961637864992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass75,004 miles (+1,741)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    75,004 miles
    Test number
    279307968937
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass73,263 miles (+2,073)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    73,263 miles
    Test number
    346833167375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion osr outer sill/arch
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to nsr outer sill/arch

  9. Pass71,190 miles (+2,020)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    71,190 miles
    Test number
    816808757648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass69,170 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    69,170 miles
    Test number
    577684660104
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail69,170 miles (+1,093)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,170 miles
    Test number
    567026111939
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass68,077 miles (+2,370)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    68,077 miles
    Test number
    163696782963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,707 miles (+2,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,707 miles
    Test number
    453662383770
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger missing but still adequately supported

  14. Fail63,258 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,258 miles
    Test number
    596695005269
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass63,258 miles (+933)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,258 miles
    Test number
    797145005219
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass62,325 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,325 miles
    Test number
    145085704255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail62,299 miles (+1,460)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,299 miles
    Test number
    299319794472
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass60,839 miles (+45)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    60,839 miles
    Test number
    616183503207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken but still adequately supported

  19. Fail60,794 miles (+1,679)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,794 miles
    Test number
    656968793137
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken but still adequately supported

  20. Pass59,115 miles (+2,536)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    59,115 miles
    Test number
    556215392147
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front brake binding

  21. Pass56,579 miles (+2,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,579 miles
    Test number
    498998701218
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail53,720 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,720 miles
    Test number
    262854490101
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass53,720 miles (+1,985)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    53,720 miles
    Test number
    662174690113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass51,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    51,735 miles
    Test number
    340830219208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail51,735 miles (+2,681)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,735 miles
    Test number
    322900319445
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  26. Pass49,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    49,054 miles
    Test number
    773276208284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail49,054 miles (+2,617)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,054 miles
    Test number
    153236508298
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Pass46,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    46,437 miles
    Test number
    652045107288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail46,437 miles (+3,120)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,437 miles
    Test number
    331505907289
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass43,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    43,317 miles
    Test number
    733897806265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T897 KKW

Does T897 KKW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T897 KKW expired on 29 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T897 KKW?
The MOT on T897 KKW expired on 29 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T897 KKW done?
T897 KKW was recorded at 92,970 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2025, an average of 2,617 miles a year.
Has T897 KKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T897 KKW has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T897 KKW 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 T897 KKW find?
T897 KKW passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nsr wheel arch corroded, and 2 more.

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