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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

V79 KPBMOT history

V79 KPB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 13 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Feb 2024
Mileage
129,842 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,653 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V79 KPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V79 KPB was last recorded at 129,842 miles on 20 Feb 2023, 3,836 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,006 miles · 20 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
3,836 miles
Average per year
5,653 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,842 miles
  • 2021 – 126,006 miles
  • 2020 – 121,233 miles
  • 2019 – 116,736 miles
  • 2018 – 116,733 miles
  • 2017 – 110,699 miles
  • 2016 – 102,521 miles
  • 2015 – 94,451 miles
  • 2014 – 84,931 miles
  • 2013 – 75,337 miles
  • 2012 – 65,343 miles
  • 2011 – 57,752 miles
  • 2010 – 45,641 miles
  • 2009 – 42,979 miles
  • 2008 – 38,908 miles
  • 2007 – 34,028 miles
  • 2005 – 31,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,842 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Rear. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Rear.
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both Front - Normal Form Mercedes. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,842 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    129,842 miles
    Test number
    948076412256
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Rear. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Rear.
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both Front - Normal Form Mercedes. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail129,842 miles (+3,836)1 dangerous2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,842 miles
    Test number
    974142794142
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both Rear. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Rear.
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both Front - Normal Form Mercedes. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,006 miles (+4,773)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,006 miles
    Test number
    557231984569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass121,233 miles (+4,497)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,233 miles
    Test number
    826598709783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass116,736 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    116,736 miles
    Test number
    848325272973
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Driveshaft has slight oil leak at flange
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail116,733 miles (+6,034)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,733 miles
    Test number
    480410956069
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  7. Pass110,699 miles (+8,178)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    110,699 miles
    Test number
    246470334009
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass102,521 miles (+8,070)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    102,521 miles
    Test number
    727663902619
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass94,451 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    94,451 miles
    Test number
    370004635103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wiper split

  10. Fail94,451 miles (+9,520)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,451 miles
    Test number
    329044856265
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wiper split

  11. Pass84,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    84,931 miles
    Test number
    407363644380
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail84,931 miles (+9,594)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,931 miles
    Test number
    616842944343
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass75,337 miles (+9,994)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    75,337 miles
    Test number
    579190853320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    65,343 miles
    Test number
    148340342322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail65,343 miles (+7,591)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,343 miles
    Test number
    909450542376
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass57,752 miles (+12,111)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    57,752 miles
    Test number
    159259641321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,641 miles (+905)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    45,641 miles
    Test number
    814168340326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/s front fog light loose
    • NoteO/s front fog light smashed
    • NoteO/s front tyre 2mm (205/55r16)

  18. Pass44,736 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,736 miles
    Test number
    742999400149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear registration plate starting to deteriorate.

  19. Fail44,736 miles (+1,757)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,736 miles
    Test number
    933699200188
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear registration plate starting to deteriorate.

  20. Pass42,979 miles (+4,071)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,979 miles
    Test number
    962426929137
    • NoteFront tyres cracking
    • NoteN/s/r tyreworn low & cracking

  21. Pass38,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,908 miles
    Test number
    660759828142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,908 miles (+4,880)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,908 miles
    Test number
    674038328151
    • FailureCentre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

  23. Pass34,028 miles (+2,942)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,028 miles
    Test number
    521608237112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    31,086 miles
    Test number
    230774845288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V79 KPB

Does V79 KPB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V79 KPB expired on 19 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V79 KPB?
The MOT on V79 KPB expired on 19 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V79 KPB done?
V79 KPB was recorded at 129,842 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2023, an average of 5,653 miles a year.
Has V79 KPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V79 KPB has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on V79 KPB 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 V79 KPB find?
V79 KPB passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2023 with 4 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear.; nearside rear oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal; play in steering rack inner joint(s) both rear., and 1 more.

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