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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 3,190 cc

J8 HYCMOT history

J8 HYC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 83,268 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2025
Mileage
83,268 km
At MOT on 5 Dec 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,509 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 HYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,190 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 HYC was last recorded at 83,268 km on 5 Dec 2024, 13 km more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,255 km · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
13 km
Average per year
1,509 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,268 km
  • 2017 – 76,216 km
  • 2016 – 74,915 km
  • 2013 – 66,614 km
  • 2011 – 66,392 km
  • 2010 – 62,924 km
  • 2009 – 61,013 km
  • 2007 – 56,517 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,268 km
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside headlight condensatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear differential dampRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,268 km (+13)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    83,268 km
    Test number
    322110133345
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight condensated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear differential damp

  2. Fail83,255 km1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,255 km
    Test number
    482950062475
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight condensated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear differential damp

  3. Pass81,838 miles (+537)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    81,838 miles
    Test number
    566515183495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,301 miles (+332)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    81,301 miles
    Test number
    564810496085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,969 miles (+935)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    80,969 miles
    Test number
    798811015637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,034 miles (+1,339)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,034 miles
    Test number
    819643100433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,695 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    78,695 miles
    Test number
    516902487183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,680 miles2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,680 miles
    Test number
    134924518951
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass76,216 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,216 km
    Test number
    252287945521
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail76,216 km (+1,301)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,216 km
    Test number
    747132403302
    • DangerousStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass74,915 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    74,915 km
    Test number
    731546845216
    • 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)

  12. Pass71,562 miles (+1,687)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    71,562 miles
    Test number
    148301305199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,875 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    69,875 miles
    Test number
    775987894048
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished on side walls

  14. Pass66,614 km (+222)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,614 km
    Test number
    746005353027
    • NoteLight surface corrosion to front and raer brake discs

  15. Fail66,392 km1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,392 km
    Test number
    226193191257
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteLeak from rear diff
    • NoteNearside front tyre on the legal limit

  16. Pass66,392 km (+3,468)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    66,392 km
    Test number
    736173591215
    • NoteLeak from rear diff
    • NoteNearside front tyre on the legal limit

  17. Pass62,924 km (+1,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    62,924 km
    Test number
    260775470174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass61,013 km
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,013 km
    Test number
    222324659177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    59,021 miles
    Test number
    254336038433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail59,021 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,021 miles
    Test number
    750895338181
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  21. Pass56,517 km
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,517 km
    Test number
    144183477003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,406 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    50,406 miles
    Test number
    171677046094
    • NoteNails in both rear tyres

Questions about J8 HYC

Does J8 HYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J8 HYC expired on 4 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J8 HYC?
The MOT on J8 HYC expired on 4 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J8 HYC done?
J8 HYC was recorded at 83,268 km at its MOT on 5 Dec 2024, an average of 1,509 km a year.
Has J8 HYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 HYC has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on J8 HYC 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 J8 HYC find?
J8 HYC passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2024 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside headlight condensated; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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