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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T989 SDCMOT history

T989 SDC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 113,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2023
Mileage
113,170 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T989 SDC
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
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T989 SDC was last recorded at 113,170 miles on 4 Oct 2022, 2,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,824 miles · 10 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
2,346 miles
Average per year
4,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,170 miles
  • 2021 – 110,824 miles
  • 2019 – 102,620 miles
  • 2018 – 92,504 miles
  • 2017 – 90,437 miles
  • 2016 – 90,376 miles
  • 2015 – 86,041 miles
  • 2014 – 80,062 miles
  • 2013 – 75,060 miles
  • 2012 – 69,006 miles
  • 2011 – 62,106 miles
  • 2010 – 55,735 miles
  • 2009 – 49,849 miles
  • 2008 – 42,047 miles
  • 2007 – 36,335 miles
  • 2006 – 30,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,170 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 tyre has slight wear on the inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass113,170 miles (+2,346)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    113,170 miles
    Test number
    844979328525
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass110,824 miles (+8,204)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    110,824 miles
    Test number
    885368048093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass102,620 miles (+10,116)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,620 miles
    Test number
    659271393243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,504 miles (+2,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,504 miles
    Test number
    185083493869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,437 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    90,437 miles
    Test number
    779491730816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight wear on the inner edge

  6. Fail90,422 miles (+46)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,422 miles
    Test number
    165997994762
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight wear on the inner edge

  7. Pass90,376 miles (+4,335)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,376 miles
    Test number
    919834629474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,041 miles (+14)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    86,041 miles
    Test number
    665100345107
    • NoteSlight play in steering joints

  9. Fail86,027 miles (+5,965)2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,027 miles
    Test number
    707678435122
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteSlight play in steering joints

  10. Pass80,062 miles (+5,002)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    80,062 miles
    Test number
    246170424150
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked & perished

  11. Fail75,060 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,060 miles
    Test number
    218150533130
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass75,060 miles (+6,054)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    75,060 miles
    Test number
    758040933193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,006 miles
    Test number
    527056742170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,006 miles (+6,900)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,006 miles
    Test number
    535396242153
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Fail62,106 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,106 miles
    Test number
    298123141474
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges

  16. Pass62,106 miles (+6,371)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,106 miles
    Test number
    445843041151
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges

  17. Pass55,735 miles (+5,886)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    55,735 miles
    Test number
    404235940144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    49,849 miles
    Test number
    321452149108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,849 miles (+7,802)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,849 miles
    Test number
    534782749197
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass42,047 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,047 miles
    Test number
    973361258127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,035 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    42,035 miles
    Test number
    810663108023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail42,035 miles (+5,700)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,035 miles
    Test number
    294072108032
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass36,335 miles (+5,434)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    36,335 miles
    Test number
    763352407003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,901 miles
    Test number
    622131466025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,901 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,901 miles
    Test number
    674661466097
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Questions about T989 SDC

Does T989 SDC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T989 SDC expired on 3 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T989 SDC?
The MOT on T989 SDC expired on 3 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T989 SDC done?
T989 SDC was recorded at 113,170 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2022, an average of 4,959 miles a year.
Has T989 SDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T989 SDC has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on T989 SDC 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 T989 SDC find?
T989 SDC passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2022 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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