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Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,298 cc

R331 RDYMOT history

R331 RDY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 8 Apr 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 100,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2024
Mileage
100,900 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R331 RDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R331 RDY was last recorded at 100,900 miles on 14 Jul 2023, 1,469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,431 miles · 18 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1,469 miles
Average per year
4,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 100,900 miles
  • 2022 – 99,431 miles
  • 2021 – 97,998 miles
  • 2020 – 96,354 miles
  • 2019 – 94,863 miles
  • 2018 – 91,489 miles
  • 2017 – 89,160 miles
  • 2016 – 84,358 miles
  • 2015 – 83,568 miles
  • 2014 – 82,281 miles
  • 2012 – 79,214 miles
  • 2011 – 71,783 miles
  • 2010 – 63,996 miles
  • 2009 – 56,693 miles
  • 2008 – 51,594 miles
  • 2007 – 46,301 miles
  • 2006 – 35,617 miles
  • 2005 – 27,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,900 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,900 miles (+1,469)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    100,900 miles
    Test number
    422576945620
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass99,431 miles (+1,433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    99,431 miles
    Test number
    660286429072
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass97,998 miles (+1,644)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    97,998 miles
    Test number
    884479513052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass96,354 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    96,354 miles
    Test number
    736192592244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail96,354 miles (+1,491)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,354 miles
    Test number
    127600498575
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (1.1.17 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass94,863 miles (+3,374)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    94,863 miles
    Test number
    700512388019
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass91,489 miles (+2,329)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,489 miles
    Test number
    671623711688
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass89,160 miles (+4,802)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,160 miles
    Test number
    344802662687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,358 miles (+790)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    84,358 miles
    Test number
    848753318821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,568 miles (+1,287)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,568 miles
    Test number
    335127495160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,281 miles
    Test number
    848884384096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,281 miles (+3,067)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,281 miles
    Test number
    735528374079
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBonnet stay inop
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f track arm

  13. Pass79,214 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    79,214 miles
    Test number
    707679112343
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail79,211 miles (+7,428)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,211 miles
    Test number
    627618812326
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass71,783 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    71,783 miles
    Test number
    509734061296
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Fail71,783 miles (+7,787)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,783 miles
    Test number
    265632261281
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass63,996 miles (+7,303)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    63,996 miles
    Test number
    320924960470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,693 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    56,693 miles
    Test number
    963314549257
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail56,693 miles (+5,099)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,693 miles
    Test number
    381169839460
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass51,594 miles (+5,293)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    51,594 miles
    Test number
    604985508205
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low
    • NoteRear tyres worn close to legal limit
    • NoteSlight pay nearside swivel

  21. Pass46,301 miles (+10,684)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    46,301 miles
    Test number
    731200397147
    • NoteOne horn inoperative
    • NoteSlight wear evident in lower swivels

  22. Pass35,617 miles (+8,527)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,617 miles
    Test number
    863878076106
    • NoteBOTH NEARSIDE INDICATOR BULBS, FADED LACQUER
    • NoteONLY ONE HORN OPERATING
    • NoteSLIGHT WEAR EVIDENT BOTH LOWER SWIVELS
    • NoteUNDERCAR FUEL AND BRAKE PIPES GENERALLY SURFACE CORRODED

  23. Pass27,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    27,090 miles
    Test number
    823416085140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R331 RDY

Does R331 RDY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R331 RDY expired on 15 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R331 RDY?
The MOT on R331 RDY expired on 15 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R331 RDY done?
R331 RDY was recorded at 100,900 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2023, an average of 4,095 miles a year.
Has R331 RDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R331 RDY has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on R331 RDY 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 R331 RDY find?
R331 RDY passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2023 with 3 advisories: exhaust corroded; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspensions.

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