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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

V49 FBYMOT history

V49 FBY is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 3 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 55,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Dec 2022
Mileage
55,028 mi
At MOT on 24 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V49 FBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
24 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

V49 FBY was last recorded at 55,028 miles on 24 Dec 2021, 1,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,507 miles · 11 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
1,521 miles
Average per year
2,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 55,028 miles
  • 2020 – 53,507 miles
  • 2019 – 51,554 miles
  • 2018 – 46,936 miles
  • 2017 – 44,370 miles
  • 2016 – 42,923 miles
  • 2015 – 42,300 miles
  • 2014 – 41,622 miles
  • 2013 – 39,616 miles
  • 2012 – 37,670 miles
  • 2011 – 35,925 miles
  • 2010 – 33,287 miles
  • 2009 – 30,061 miles
  • 2008 – 28,817 miles
  • 2007 – 25,956 miles
  • 2006 – 21,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,028 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,028 miles (+1,521)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    55,028 miles
    Test number
    310290713910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass53,507 miles (+1,953)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    53,507 miles
    Test number
    952315952582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass51,554 miles (+2,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    51,554 miles
    Test number
    383365615459
    • AdvisorySmall chip present in windscreen

  4. Pass49,010 miles (+2,074)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    49,010 miles
    Test number
    720510851012
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass46,936 miles (+2,566)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    46,936 miles
    Test number
    115580307187
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to brake discs

  6. Pass44,370 miles (+1,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    44,370 miles
    Test number
    793764498049
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  7. Pass42,923 miles (+623)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    42,923 miles
    Test number
    911909730043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  8. Fail42,300 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,300 miles
    Test number
    147631765453
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass42,300 miles (+678)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    42,300 miles
    Test number
    935831165090
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass41,622 miles (+2,006)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,622 miles
    Test number
    988627774046
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil dampness to diff

  11. Pass39,616 miles (+1,946)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,616 miles
    Test number
    997257553093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil dampness to diff

  12. Pass37,670 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,670 miles
    Test number
    607401282082
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil dampness to diff

  13. Fail37,670 miles (+1,745)3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,670 miles
    Test number
    677621882001
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil dampness to diff

  14. Pass35,925 miles (+7)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,925 miles
    Test number
    548836471051
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront inner brake pads appear low
    • NoteOil leak around rear diff area

  15. Fail35,918 miles (+2,631)1 failure6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,918 miles
    Test number
    505025871038
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront inner brake pads appear low
    • NoteOil leak around rear diff area

  16. Pass33,287 miles (+3,226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,287 miles
    Test number
    313927270008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass30,061 miles (+1,244)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    30,061 miles
    Test number
    182852179427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteInterior mirror crazing

  18. Pass28,817 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    28,817 miles
    Test number
    472039058028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,956 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,956 miles
    Test number
    102342887409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • 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)

  20. Fail25,956 miles (+4,380)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,956 miles
    Test number
    494372187085
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • 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)

  21. Pass21,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    21,576 miles
    Test number
    403077736087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V49 FBY

Does V49 FBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V49 FBY expired on 23 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V49 FBY?
The MOT on V49 FBY expired on 23 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V49 FBY done?
V49 FBY was recorded at 55,028 miles at its MOT on 24 Dec 2021, an average of 2,107 miles a year.
Has V49 FBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V49 FBY has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2015.
Has the mileage on V49 FBY 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 V49 FBY find?
V49 FBY passed its latest MOT on 24 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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