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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

T268 YDCMOT history

T268 YDC is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 23 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 119,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2025
Mileage
119,485 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T268 YDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T268 YDC was last recorded at 119,485 miles on 13 Mar 2024, 2,074 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Aug 2020: 113,891 miles, lower than 124,375 miles on 22 Aug 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
117,411 miles · 14 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
2,074 miles
Average per year
3,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 119,485 miles
  • 2022 – 117,411 miles
  • 2021 – 115,014 miles
  • 2020 – 113,891 miles
  • 2019 – 124,375 miles
  • 2018 – 112,559 miles
  • 2017 – 111,708 miles
  • 2016 – 108,562 miles
  • 2015 – 105,279 miles
  • 2014 – 98,217 miles
  • 2013 – 97,591 miles
  • 2012 – 93,741 miles
  • 2011 – 89,745 miles
  • 2010 – 84,418 miles
  • 2009 – 76,221 miles
  • 2008 – 65,814 miles
  • 2007 – 59,302 miles
  • 2006 – 52,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,485 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured all indicators (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corroded

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,485 miles (+2,074)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    119,485 miles
    Test number
    490933885151
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured all indicators (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corroded
  2. Pass117,411 miles4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    117,411 miles
    Test number
    956948617074
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  3. Fail117,411 miles (+2,397)5 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,411 miles
    Test number
    841366939504
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2454017 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  4. Pass115,014 miles (+1,123)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    115,014 miles
    Test number
    677466676157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
  5. Pass113,891 miles (-10,484)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,891 miles
    Test number
    222825529935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass124,375 miles (+11,816)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    124,375 miles
    Test number
    791004395082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass112,559 miles (+851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,559 miles
    Test number
    940487426671
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  8. Pass111,708 miles (+3,146)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    111,708 miles
    Test number
    408322343461
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
  9. Pass108,562 miles (+3,283)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,562 miles
    Test number
    366461598802
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  10. Pass105,279 miles (+7,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    105,279 miles
    Test number
    997639745171
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  11. Pass98,217 miles (+626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,217 miles
    Test number
    755579924133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  12. Pass97,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    97,591 miles
    Test number
    348050943101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,591 miles (+3,850)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,591 miles
    Test number
    266440743497
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass93,741 miles (+3,996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    93,741 miles
    Test number
    715472332110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Pass89,745 miles (+5,327)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    89,745 miles
    Test number
    398789791089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,418 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    84,418 miles
    Test number
    761743710198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail84,309 miles (+8,088)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,309 miles
    Test number
    123426000145
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass76,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    76,221 miles
    Test number
    934317519130
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  19. Fail76,221 miles (+10,407)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,221 miles
    Test number
    264807819146
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  20. Pass65,814 miles (+6,512)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    65,814 miles
    Test number
    594730338167
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings
  21. Pass59,302 miles (+6,890)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    59,302 miles
    Test number
    352073777119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    52,412 miles
    Test number
    413737146266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T268 YDC

Does T268 YDC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T268 YDC expired on 12 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T268 YDC?
The MOT on T268 YDC expired on 12 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T268 YDC done?
T268 YDC was recorded at 119,485 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2024, an average of 3,828 miles a year.
Has T268 YDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T268 YDC has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T268 YDC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Aug 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T268 YDC find?
T268 YDC passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; all direction indicators slightly discoloured all indicators; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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