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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

V6 YKMMOT history

V6 YKM is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 67,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

V6 YKM black Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
67,838 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 YKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 YKM was last recorded at 67,838 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 4,281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,557 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,281 miles
Average per year
2,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,838 miles
  • 2025 – 63,557 miles
  • 2024 – 60,186 miles
  • 2023 – 56,347 miles
  • 2022 – 54,944 miles
  • 2021 – 53,566 miles
  • 2020 – 52,908 miles
  • 2019 – 52,059 miles
  • 2018 – 49,287 miles
  • 2017 – 42,342 miles
  • 2016 – 38,180 miles
  • 2015 – 36,108 miles
  • 2014 – 34,480 miles
  • 2013 – 33,179 miles
  • 2012 – 30,782 miles
  • 2011 – 28,428 miles
  • 2010 – 25,574 miles
  • 2009 – 23,284 miles
  • 2008 – 20,420 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,838 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,838 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    67,838 miles
    Test number
    183396338712
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

  2. Fail67,834 miles (+4,277)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,834 miles
    Test number
    980435185944
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

  3. Pass63,557 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    63,557 miles
    Test number
    166086268678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail63,553 miles (+3,367)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,553 miles
    Test number
    382661864657
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass60,186 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    60,186 miles
    Test number
    500502119872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail60,184 miles (+3,837)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,184 miles
    Test number
    568937129530
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair lagging and brake pads worn more than offside front (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass56,347 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    56,347 miles
    Test number
    639601706442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail56,235 miles (+252)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,235 miles
    Test number
    532127800103
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail55,983 miles (+1,039)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,983 miles
    Test number
    703527903770
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass54,944 miles (+1,378)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    54,944 miles
    Test number
    595620977903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,566 miles (+658)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    53,566 miles
    Test number
    998596174390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    52,908 miles
    Test number
    197279976164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,908 miles (+849)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,908 miles
    Test number
    515531873264
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40R17 91w 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40R17 91w 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass52,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    52,059 miles
    Test number
    112602805894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail52,059 miles (+2,772)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,059 miles
    Test number
    406991193284
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  16. Pass49,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    49,287 miles
    Test number
    337054607795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,287 miles (+6,945)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,287 miles
    Test number
    581420652476
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass42,342 miles (+4,162)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,342 miles
    Test number
    646005782648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass38,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    38,180 miles
    Test number
    672632804950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,180 miles (+2,072)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,180 miles
    Test number
    616498219884
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  21. Pass36,108 miles (+1,628)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    36,108 miles
    Test number
    768914785090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    34,480 miles
    Test number
    148257584019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,480 miles (+1,301)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,480 miles
    Test number
    158277184065
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass33,179 miles (+2,397)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,179 miles
    Test number
    285751223137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,782 miles (+2,354)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,782 miles
    Test number
    459787482064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,428 miles
    Test number
    877590371009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail28,428 miles (+2,854)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,428 miles
    Test number
    189249961078
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass25,574 miles (+2,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,574 miles
    Test number
    190739260401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass23,284 miles (+2,864)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    23,284 miles
    Test number
    274929649013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass20,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    20,420 miles
    Test number
    953701078068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 YKM

Does V6 YKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 YKM is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 YKM?
The MOT on V6 YKM is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 YKM done?
V6 YKM was recorded at 67,838 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 2,564 miles a year.
Has V6 YKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 YKM has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V6 YKM 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 V6 YKM find?
V6 YKM passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play front; rear brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides, and 1 more.

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