
Mercedes-Benz SLK
Black · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc
T2 VYVMOT history
T2 VYV is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 2 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 121,849 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 8 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 121,849 mi
- At MOT on 3 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 25
- 20 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 4,038 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T2 VYV
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- SLK
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 3,199 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 2 Nov 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 3 Oct 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
T2 VYV was last recorded at 121,849 miles on 3 Oct 2026, 3,208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 118,641 miles · 3 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 3,208 miles
- Average per year
- 4,038 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 121,849 miles
- 2025 – 118,641 miles
- 2024 – 116,212 miles
- 2023 – 115,349 miles
- 2022 – 114,134 miles
- 2021 – 111,543 miles
- 2020 – 109,799 miles
- 2019 – 108,943 miles
- 2018 – 104,329 miles
- 2017 – 102,056 miles
- 2016 – 97,425 miles
- 2015 – 92,339 miles
- 2014 – 88,220 miles
- 2013 – 81,042 miles
- 2012 – 77,118 miles
- 2011 – 70,591 miles
- 2010 – 66,271 miles
- 2009 – 59,351 miles
- 2008 – 53,290 miles
- 2007 – 45,348 miles
- 2006 – 41,325 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured N/S and O/S (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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 Coil spring corroded BOTH
Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023
Rear back plates slightly corroded
Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2022
Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023
Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023
Full MOT history
25 tests since 25 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail121,849 miles (+3,208)5 major9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 121,849 miles
- Test number
- 165487936810
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured N/S and O/S (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass118,641 miles (+2,429)14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 118,641 miles
- Test number
- 901125603140
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened /upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all upper /lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to o/s front brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened /upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened all upper/lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryO/s /n/s front brake disc backplates corroded but not insecure
- AdvisorySlight play in steering idler on n/s front
Pass116,212 miles (+1)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 116,212 miles
- Test number
- 453020734972
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened /lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened /lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear All other suspension components covered d preventing full inspection
- AdvisoryRear Backplates corroded
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail116,211 miles (+862)4 major11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,211 miles
- Test number
- 913348713708
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced /boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened /lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened /lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryAll other rear suspenssion components covered in plastic not allowing full inspection
Pass115,349 miles (+1)1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 115,349 miles
- Test number
- 395732012400
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear BOTH back plates corroded
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisorySills covered preventing full inspection
Fail115,348 miles (+1,214)1 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,348 miles
- Test number
- 697640194662
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear BOTH back plates corroded
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisorySills covered preventing full inspection
Pass114,134 miles (+2,591)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 114,134 miles
- Test number
- 553879212471
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear back plates slightly corroded
Pass111,543 miles (+1,744)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 111,543 miles
- Test number
- 410686107894
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear back plates slightly corroded
Pass109,799 miles (+856)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 109,799 miles
- Test number
- 452248532342
- AdvisoryFront crossbars slightly corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear back plates slightly corroded
- AdvisoryRear crossbars slightly corroded
Pass108,943 miles (+4,614)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 108,943 miles
- Test number
- 103278734724
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear back plate slightly corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear back plate slightly corroded
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass104,329 miles (+2,273)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 104,329 miles
- Test number
- 930238326042
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear back plates slightly corroded
Pass102,056 miles (+4,631)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 102,056 miles
- Test number
- 161753844274
- AdvisoryFront both back plates slightly damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryRear back plates slightly corroded
- AdvisoryRear both lower suspension arms plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection
- AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
Pass97,425 miles (+5,086)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 97,425 miles
- Test number
- 796667911945
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
Pass92,339 miles (+8)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 92,339 miles
- Test number
- 801428881800
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Fail92,331 miles (+4,111)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,331 miles
- Test number
- 681459137048
- FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Pass88,220 miles (+7,178)2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 88,220 miles
- Test number
- 817320694297
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- NoteN/s/f tyre outer edge bald
- NoteNearside and offside sill covers fitted
- NoteO/s/f tyre outer edge wearing
Pass81,042 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 81,042 miles
- Test number
- 356811773461
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- NoteRear coil springs corroded
Fail81,042 miles (+3,924)2 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,042 miles
- Test number
- 935198063217
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- NoteRear coil springs corroded
Pass77,118 miles (+6,527)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 77,118 miles
- Test number
- 998899862200
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass70,591 miles (+4,320)4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 70,591 miles
- Test number
- 506773271259
- 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)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- NoteSuspension components corroded
Pass66,271 miles (+6,920)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 66,271 miles
- Test number
- 313122590444
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteFront tyres-excessive wear on inside edges of tyres
Pass59,351 miles (+6,061)1 dangerous2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 59,351 miles
- Test number
- 392726689268
- DangerousO/s/f brake disc corroded inside edge.
- AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Pass53,290 miles (+7,942)3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 53,290 miles
- Test number
- 460518398231
- AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- NoteNail in nearside front tyre
- NoteDiff leaking oil
Pass45,348 miles (+4,023)1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 45,348 miles
- Test number
- 624205397284
- DangerousOil leak
Pass41,325 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 41,325 miles
- Test number
- 852268996290
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
- NoteSlight oil leak from rear axle(Driveshaft seals leaking).
Questions about T2 VYV
- Does T2 VYV currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T2 VYV is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on T2 VYV?
- The MOT on T2 VYV is valid until 8 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T2 VYV done?
- T2 VYV was recorded at 121,849 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2026, an average of 4,038 miles a year.
- Has T2 VYV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T2 VYV has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2026.
- Has the mileage on T2 VYV 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 T2 VYV find?
- T2 VYV failed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2026 with 5 major defects and 9 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; front oil leaking excessively from engine, and 11 more.
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