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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T997 LFMMOT history

T997 LFM is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 80,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
80,623 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T997 LFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T997 LFM was last recorded at 80,623 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 1,757 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,866 miles · 3 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,757 miles
Average per year
2,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,623 miles
  • 2024 – 78,866 miles
  • 2023 – 76,481 miles
  • 2022 – 74,771 miles
  • 2021 – 72,433 miles
  • 2020 – 71,804 miles
  • 2019 – 69,851 miles
  • 2018 – 67,916 miles
  • 2017 – 66,084 miles
  • 2016 – 63,554 miles
  • 2015 – 61,010 miles
  • 2014 – 58,322 miles
  • 2012 – 56,169 miles
  • 2011 – 52,523 miles
  • 2010 – 49,039 miles
  • 2009 – 43,100 miles
  • 2008 – 40,822 miles
  • 2007 – 38,298 miles
  • 2006 – 32,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,623 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,623 miles (+1,757)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    80,623 miles
    Test number
    912792279978
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass78,866 miles (+2,385)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    78,866 miles
    Test number
    832323384343
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,481 miles (+1,710)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,481 miles
    Test number
    640702597778
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass74,771 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,771 miles
    Test number
    132073782797
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail74,771 miles (+2,338)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,771 miles
    Test number
    969507877712
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass72,433 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,433 miles
    Test number
    289063507677
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail72,433 miles (+629)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,433 miles
    Test number
    328480565821
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass71,804 miles (+1,953)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    71,804 miles
    Test number
    393923793433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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))

  9. Pass69,851 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    69,851 miles
    Test number
    579495750003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail69,851 miles (+1,935)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,851 miles
    Test number
    242076007637
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass67,916 miles (+58)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    67,916 miles
    Test number
    380314104325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail67,858 miles (+1,774)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,858 miles
    Test number
    731518576263
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill/floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass66,084 miles (+2,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,084 miles
    Test number
    816594190711
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass63,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,554 miles
    Test number
    509779370245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,554 miles (+2,544)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,554 miles
    Test number
    149388891274
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass61,010 miles (+2,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    61,010 miles
    Test number
    597400605172
    • 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)

  17. Pass58,322 miles (+2,153)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,322 miles
    Test number
    765405204139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,169 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    56,169 miles
    Test number
    118752612331
    • NoteCorrision starting in floors

  19. Fail56,169 miles (+3,646)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,169 miles
    Test number
    259322612305
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteCorrision starting in floors

  20. Pass52,523 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    52,523 miles
    Test number
    349602491206
    • NoteAll coil springs corroding
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes corroding

  21. Fail52,521 miles (+3,482)1 dangerous3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,521 miles
    Test number
    465041991283
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll coil springs corroding
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes corroding

  22. Pass49,039 miles (+5,939)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,039 miles
    Test number
    712648850159
    • NoteN/s/f and n/s/r tyres poor on inner edges

  23. Pass43,100 miles (+2,278)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,100 miles
    Test number
    392721479075
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRattle from cats.

  24. Pass40,822 miles (+2,524)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,822 miles
    Test number
    631138088095
    • NoteRattle from cats. front exhaust bracket corroded. slight weep from steering damper.front disc and pads low.

  25. Pass38,298 miles (+5,694)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    38,298 miles
    Test number
    902512897063
    • NoteSlight weep from steering damper.

  26. Pass32,604 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    32,604 miles
    Test number
    682284606066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T997 LFM

Does T997 LFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T997 LFM is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T997 LFM?
The MOT on T997 LFM is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T997 LFM done?
T997 LFM was recorded at 80,623 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 2,363 miles a year.
Has T997 LFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T997 LFM has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T997 LFM 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 T997 LFM find?
T997 LFM passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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