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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,298 cc

R623 CMYMOT history

R623 CMY is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 141,688 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2026
Mileage
141,688 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R623 CMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

R623 CMY was last recorded at 141,688 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 7,134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,554 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,134 miles
Average per year
5,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,688 miles
  • 2025 – 134,554 miles
  • 2024 – 129,716 miles
  • 2023 – 126,111 miles
  • 2022 – 122,351 miles
  • 2021 – 120,394 miles
  • 2020 – 118,939 miles
  • 2019 – 114,839 miles
  • 2018 – 101,782 miles
  • 2017 – 81,853 miles
  • 2016 – 53,891 miles
  • 2015 – 51,834 miles
  • 2014 – 50,661 miles
  • 2013 – 49,299 miles
  • 2012 – 47,361 miles
  • 2011 – 45,436 miles
  • 2010 – 42,297 miles
  • 2009 – 41,265 miles
  • 2008 – 39,130 miles
  • 2007 – 34,741 miles
  • 2006 – 30,007 miles
  • 2005 – 26,662 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail141,688 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective Both Nearside & Offside (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both Nearside & Offside (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryX3 Wings Corroded

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail141,688 miles (+7,134)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,688 miles
    Test number
    939937439110
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective Both Nearside & Offside (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both Nearside & Offside (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryX3 Wings Corroded

  2. Pass134,554 miles (+4,838)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    134,554 miles
    Test number
    422057667229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass129,716 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    129,716 miles
    Test number
    545575365894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail129,583 miles (+3,472)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,583 miles
    Test number
    780295697261
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass126,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    126,111 miles
    Test number
    995565123252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail126,111 miles (+3,760)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,111 miles
    Test number
    222443481303
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass122,351 miles (+1,957)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    122,351 miles
    Test number
    988987031508
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass120,394 miles (+1,455)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    120,394 miles
    Test number
    959541993785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,939 miles (+4,100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    118,939 miles
    Test number
    759228546383
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass114,839 miles (+13,057)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    114,839 miles
    Test number
    957192772641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,782 miles (+19,929)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    101,782 miles
    Test number
    654739870957
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass81,853 miles (+27,962)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    81,853 miles
    Test number
    411958373599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass53,891 miles (+2,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,891 miles
    Test number
    173920339168
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads wearing low

  14. Pass51,834 miles (+1,173)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    51,834 miles
    Test number
    168495785014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,661 miles (+1,362)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,661 miles
    Test number
    528353984012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    49,299 miles
    Test number
    937868693029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,299 miles (+1,938)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,299 miles
    Test number
    488228893017
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass47,361 miles (+1,925)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    47,361 miles
    Test number
    108494392075
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on inner shoulders

  19. Pass45,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,436 miles
    Test number
    118102001118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail45,436 miles (+3,139)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,436 miles
    Test number
    798611901198
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass42,297 miles (+1,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    42,297 miles
    Test number
    480653510178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass41,265 miles (+2,135)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,265 miles
    Test number
    653777329184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,130 miles (+4,389)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    39,130 miles
    Test number
    943500038181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,741 miles
    Test number
    943704227118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,741 miles (+4,734)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,741 miles
    Test number
    154173927126
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail30,007 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,007 miles
    Test number
    432119026110
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  27. Pass30,007 miles (+3,345)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,007 miles
    Test number
    854959826110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2006
    Odometer
    26,662 miles
    Test number
    453181935144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R623 CMY

Does R623 CMY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R623 CMY expired on 17 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R623 CMY?
The MOT on R623 CMY expired on 17 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R623 CMY done?
R623 CMY was recorded at 141,688 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 5,384 miles a year.
Has R623 CMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R623 CMY has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on R623 CMY 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 R623 CMY find?
R623 CMY failed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 4 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits; front headlamp lens seriously defective both nearside & offside, and 3 more.

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