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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

Y217 VKEMOT history

Y217 VKE is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 73,349 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
73,349 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,886 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y217 VKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y217 VKE was last recorded at 73,349 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 491 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,858 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
491 miles
Average per year
2,886 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,349 miles
  • 2025 – 72,858 miles
  • 2024 – 72,089 miles
  • 2023 – 71,558 miles
  • 2022 – 70,163 miles
  • 2021 – 69,031 miles
  • 2020 – 66,937 miles
  • 2019 – 65,486 miles
  • 2018 – 61,256 miles
  • 2017 – 55,397 miles
  • 2016 – 48,450 miles
  • 2015 – 41,732 miles
  • 2014 – 36,611 miles
  • 2013 – 34,203 miles
  • 2012 – 31,569 miles
  • 2011 – 28,841 miles
  • 2010 – 25,550 miles
  • 2009 – 22,082 miles
  • 2008 – 19,982 miles
  • 2007 – 17,831 miles
  • 2006 – 14,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,349 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,349 miles (+491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    73,349 miles
    Test number
    620874321548
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass72,858 miles (+769)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    72,858 miles
    Test number
    446470845743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass72,089 miles (+531)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    72,089 miles
    Test number
    771840370649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass71,558 miles (+1,395)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    71,558 miles
    Test number
    941453509291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass70,163 miles (+1,132)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    70,163 miles
    Test number
    713089015958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,031 miles (+2,094)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    69,031 miles
    Test number
    224119768594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,937 miles (+1,451)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    66,937 miles
    Test number
    841619624944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    65,486 miles
    Test number
    521801808052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail65,486 miles (+4,230)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,486 miles
    Test number
    476705391439
    • MajorFront All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass61,256 miles (+5,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,256 miles
    Test number
    120477507814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Pass55,397 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    55,397 miles
    Test number
    105603275247
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Fail55,397 miles (+6,947)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,397 miles
    Test number
    787237685160
    • Repaired at testNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass48,450 miles (+1,233)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    48,450 miles
    Test number
    622803766116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front washer jet not working
    • AdvisoryEngine covers +under trays fitted obscuring some items

  14. Fail47,217 miles (+5,485)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,217 miles
    Test number
    389839884925
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear differential misting oil

  15. Pass41,732 miles (+5,121)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    41,732 miles
    Test number
    157703175101
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass36,611 miles (+2,408)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    36,611 miles
    Test number
    639227044168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,203 miles (+2,634)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,203 miles
    Test number
    177876853154
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wall cracking

  18. Pass31,569 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    31,569 miles
    Test number
    256934672132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBonnet only locking on safety catch.

  19. Fail31,565 miles (+2,724)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,565 miles
    Test number
    236294372118
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBonnet only locking on safety catch.

  20. Pass28,841 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,841 miles
    Test number
    695983971193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking up

  21. Fail28,841 miles (+3,291)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,841 miles
    Test number
    648023471137
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBas/esp warning light staying on
    • NoteEngine warning light staying on
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking up

  22. Pass25,550 miles (+3,468)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    25,550 miles
    Test number
    503645070176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,082 miles (+2,100)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,082 miles
    Test number
    204955979428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,982 miles (+2,151)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    19,982 miles
    Test number
    821992358193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,831 miles (+2,841)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    17,831 miles
    Test number
    733978427156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    14,990 miles
    Test number
    522632426190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y217 VKE

Does Y217 VKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y217 VKE is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y217 VKE?
The MOT on Y217 VKE is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y217 VKE done?
Y217 VKE was recorded at 73,349 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 2,886 miles a year.
Has Y217 VKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y217 VKE has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on Y217 VKE 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 Y217 VKE find?
Y217 VKE passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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