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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y226 XBJMOT history

Y226 XBJ is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 3 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 82,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2025
Mileage
82,748 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y226 XBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y226 XBJ was last recorded at 82,748 miles on 2 Jul 2024, 1,349 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,399 miles · 4 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1,349 miles
Average per year
1,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 82,748 miles
  • 2023 – 81,399 miles
  • 2022 – 79,357 miles
  • 2021 – 78,886 miles
  • 2019 – 77,604 miles
  • 2018 – 76,253 miles
  • 2017 – 75,005 miles
  • 2015 – 73,303 miles
  • 2014 – 72,846 miles
  • 2013 – 70,454 miles
  • 2012 – 66,319 miles
  • 2011 – 61,816 miles
  • 2010 – 58,400 miles
  • 2009 – 56,936 miles
  • 2008 – 56,273 miles
  • 2007 – 51,541 miles
  • 2006 – 49,092 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,748 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting rubber missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid discolouredRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing divice cracking

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.

  • Eml light on (pre 2003 )

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Windscreen wiper blade defective End Splt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,748 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    82,748 miles
    Test number
    899076326433
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting rubber missing
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid discoloured
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing divice cracking

  2. Fail82,748 miles (+1,349)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,748 miles
    Test number
    962515725136
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting rubber missing
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid discoloured
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing divice cracking

  3. Pass81,399 miles (+2,042)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    81,399 miles
    Test number
    498333173289
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront slight play in both steering axial joints
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear all brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear both brake hoses cracked
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting rubber missing
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft bush deteriated resulting in slight play
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid discoloured
    • AdvisoryFuel filler rubber perished

  4. Pass79,357 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    79,357 miles
    Test number
    421012005533
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Windscreen wiper blade defective End Splt (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Windscreen wiper blade defective End Splt (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on (pre 2003 )
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail79,357 miles (+471)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,357 miles
    Test number
    514457446031
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible must not be converted to be used with high intensity discharge (HID) or light emitting diode (LED) bulbs. If such a conversion has been done, you must fail the headlamp for light source and lamp not compatible. (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible must not be converted to be used with high intensity discharge (HID) or light emitting diode (LED) bulbs. If such a conversion has been done, you must fail the headlamp for light source and lamp not compatible. (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Windscreen wiper blade defective End Splt (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Windscreen wiper blade defective End Splt (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on (pre 2003 )
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass78,886 miles (+1,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    78,886 miles
    Test number
    219448813521
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass77,604 miles (+1,351)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,604 miles
    Test number
    919286512317
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass76,253 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    76,253 miles
    Test number
    284995228928
    • AdvisoryBoth number plates have minor defects

  9. Fail76,229 miles (+1,224)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,229 miles
    Test number
    924446810659
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear number plates debonding

  10. Pass75,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    75,005 miles
    Test number
    274367916234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,005 miles (+1,702)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,005 miles
    Test number
    857182974605
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  12. Pass73,303 miles (+457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    73,303 miles
    Test number
    694704853101
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass72,846 miles (+2,392)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    72,846 miles
    Test number
    787009544123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,454 miles (+4,135)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    70,454 miles
    Test number
    839726083196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,319 miles (+4,503)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    66,319 miles
    Test number
    848036982152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,816 miles (+3,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    61,816 miles
    Test number
    435668381190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass58,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    58,400 miles
    Test number
    232587580149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,400 miles (+1,464)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,400 miles
    Test number
    994506980196
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass56,936 miles (+663)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    56,936 miles
    Test number
    770528989186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,273 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    56,273 miles
    Test number
    301270098109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,259 miles (+4,718)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,259 miles
    Test number
    863307388192
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  22. Fail51,541 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,541 miles
    Test number
    320354867121
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished in tread

  23. Pass51,541 miles (+2,449)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    51,541 miles
    Test number
    584264067156
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished in tread

  24. Pass49,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    49,092 miles
    Test number
    314869276167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y226 XBJ

Does Y226 XBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y226 XBJ expired on 5 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y226 XBJ?
The MOT on Y226 XBJ expired on 5 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y226 XBJ done?
Y226 XBJ was recorded at 82,748 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2024, an average of 1,868 miles a year.
Has Y226 XBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y226 XBJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y226 XBJ 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 Y226 XBJ find?
Y226 XBJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front direction indicator slightly discoloured; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 7 more.

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