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Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T97 XCGMOT history

T97 XCG is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 115,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
115,420 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T97 XCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T97 XCG was last recorded at 115,420 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 3,026 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,394 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,026 miles
Average per year
1,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,420 miles
  • 2024 – 112,394 miles
  • 2023 – 108,837 miles
  • 2022 – 105,118 miles
  • 2021 – 101,185 miles
  • 2020 – 97,529 miles
  • 2019 – 95,915 miles
  • 2017 – 95,909 miles
  • 2013 – 94,934 miles
  • 2011 – 94,739 miles
  • 2007 – 88,229 miles
  • 2006 – 82,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,420 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySill covers both side loose

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,420 miles (+3,026)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    115,420 miles
    Test number
    438413616240
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers both side loose

  2. Pass112,394 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    112,394 miles
    Test number
    201815875526
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth side sill covers loose

  3. Fail112,394 miles (+3,557)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,394 miles
    Test number
    810864656130
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour front and rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth side sill covers loose

  4. Pass108,837 miles (+8)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    108,837 miles
    Test number
    993792656590
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Fail108,829 miles (+3,711)6 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,829 miles
    Test number
    276368723055
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) idler bushes excess wear (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass105,118 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    105,118 miles
    Test number
    219308906668
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail105,118 miles (+3,933)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,118 miles
    Test number
    745427736429
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass101,185 miles (+4)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    101,185 miles
    Test number
    861793779531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub frame bushes weak.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering.

  9. Fail101,181 miles (+3,652)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,181 miles
    Test number
    569579841806
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub frame bushes weak.
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering.

  10. Pass97,529 miles (+1,614)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    97,529 miles
    Test number
    768731539784
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass95,915 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,915 miles
    Test number
    840445469976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass95,909 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    95,909 miles
    Test number
    277985723310
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail95,909 miles (+975)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,909 miles
    Test number
    868425337769
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail94,934 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,934 miles
    Test number
    498301573185
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  15. Pass94,934 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    94,934 miles
    Test number
    955361873126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass94,739 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    94,739 miles
    Test number
    855934281276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,730 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    94,730 miles
    Test number
    567325741075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail94,730 miles (+6,501)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,730 miles
    Test number
    147873741024
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down under servo assistance and touches the floor (3.3.C.3)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps with the vacuum fully depleted (3.3.C.2)
    • FailureBrake pedal feels spongy with the vacuum fully depleted (3.3.C.2)
    • FailureBrake pedal reservoir fluid level decreases after several brake applications (3.3.C.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass88,229 miles (+5,479)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    88,229 miles
    Test number
    342767877456
    • NoteFront and rear discs started to wear slighty
    • NoteN/s/r wheel arch started to corroded on surface
    • NoteOuter sills have plastic covers over them
    • NoteRattles in exhaust system boxes
    • NoteStone chips front screen

  20. Pass82,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    491606006408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T97 XCG

Does T97 XCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T97 XCG is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T97 XCG?
The MOT on T97 XCG is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T97 XCG done?
T97 XCG was recorded at 115,420 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 1,723 miles a year.
Has T97 XCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T97 XCG has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T97 XCG 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 T97 XCG find?
T97 XCG passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 9 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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