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Red · Diesel · 2015 · 2,143 cc

L8 DYRMOT history

L8 DYR is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 25 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 93,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
93,306 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,785 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 DYR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
25 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 DYR was last recorded at 93,306 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 8,285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,021 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,285 miles
Average per year
6,785 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,306 miles
  • 2025 – 85,021 miles
  • 2024 – 79,838 miles
  • 2023 – 72,991 miles
  • 2022 – 65,567 miles
  • 2021 – 61,382 miles
  • 2020 – 56,822 miles
  • 2019 – 50,456 miles
  • 2018 – 40,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,306 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside 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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 10 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,306 miles (+8,285)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    93,306 miles
    Test number
    113119515999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass85,021 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    85,021 miles
    Test number
    102932867956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  3. Fail85,021 miles (+5,183)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,021 miles
    Test number
    987002266684
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. Pass79,838 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    79,838 miles
    Test number
    571509232217
    • MinorUpper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  5. FailMileage not read2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    751982396196
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorUpper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  6. Pass72,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    72,991 miles
    Test number
    121700296350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail117,468 miles (+51,901)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,468 miles
    Test number
    485025902036
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass65,567 miles (+4,185)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    65,567 miles
    Test number
    197379346173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,382 miles (+4,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    61,382 miles
    Test number
    652686296727
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass56,822 miles (+6,366)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    56,822 miles
    Test number
    861014570400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,456 miles (+9,817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    50,456 miles
    Test number
    897706521904
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass40,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    40,639 miles
    Test number
    622418068559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 DYR

Does L8 DYR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 DYR is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 DYR?
The MOT on L8 DYR is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 DYR done?
L8 DYR was recorded at 93,306 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 6,785 miles a year.
Has L8 DYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 DYR has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 DYR 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 L8 DYR find?
L8 DYR passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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