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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y231 XGKMOT history

Y231 XGK is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 111,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
111,742 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 XGK
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
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y231 XGK was last recorded at 111,742 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Mar 2014: 63,785 miles, lower than 64,768 miles on 27 Mar 2013.

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
110,949 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
793 miles
Average per year
3,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,742 miles
  • 2025 – 110,949 miles
  • 2024 – 108,497 miles
  • 2023 – 106,373 miles
  • 2022 – 103,987 miles
  • 2021 – 101,304 miles
  • 2020 – 99,285 miles
  • 2019 – 95,200 miles
  • 2018 – 88,658 miles
  • 2017 – 83,647 miles
  • 2016 – 78,657 miles
  • 2015 – 73,239 miles
  • 2014 – 63,786 miles
  • 2013 – 64,768 miles
  • 2012 – 62,098 miles
  • 2011 – 54,453 miles
  • 2010 – 47,468 miles
  • 2009 – 42,747 miles
  • 2008 – 39,816 miles
  • 2007 – 36,644 miles
  • 2006 – 32,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,742 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective x2 (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear support brace broken
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange badly corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,742 miles (+793)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    111,742 miles
    Test number
    197417485686
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear support brace broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange badly corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  2. Pass110,949 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    110,949 miles
    Test number
    618203557399
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear support brace corroded and broke
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail110,949 miles (+2,452)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,949 miles
    Test number
    442862870009
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear support brace corroded and broke
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass108,497 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    108,497 miles
    Test number
    805486791291
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear support brace corroded and broke
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail108,496 miles (+2,123)1 dangerous1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,496 miles
    Test number
    368009368476
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear support brace corroded and broke
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass106,373 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,373 miles
    Test number
    668493949075
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also deterioated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear support brace corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  7. Fail106,373 miles (+2,386)2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,373 miles
    Test number
    426990836665
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill / floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill / floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear body lower corners corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s rear support brace corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  8. Pass103,987 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    103,987 miles
    Test number
    769112290812
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box deteriorated and slight blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear x beam corroded

  9. Fail103,987 miles (+2,683)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,987 miles
    Test number
    540160268116
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box deteriorated and slight blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear x beam corroded

  10. Pass101,304 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    101,304 miles
    Test number
    940972868340
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear wheel arches corroded

  11. Fail101,304 miles (+2,019)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,304 miles
    Test number
    827228308013
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened upper mount (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury bumper corner/ wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear wheel arches corroded

  12. Pass99,285 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    99,285 miles
    Test number
    236319194088
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skin coming away
    • AdvisoryFiller cap seal perished

  13. Fail99,282 miles (+4,082)2 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,282 miles
    Test number
    255841559970
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skin coming away
    • AdvisoryFiller cap seal perished

  14. Pass95,200 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    95,200 miles
    Test number
    787498156513
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers split but clearing screen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  15. Fail95,199 miles (+6,541)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,199 miles
    Test number
    236739605272
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers split but clearing screen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  16. Pass88,658 miles (+198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,658 miles
    Test number
    927260626268
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail88,460 miles (+4,813)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,460 miles
    Test number
    889419009853
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass83,647 miles (+4,990)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    83,647 miles
    Test number
    154275240585
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge
    • AdvisoryMid exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryMid exhaust corroded

  19. Pass78,657 miles (+5,418)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    78,657 miles
    Test number
    691453711634
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Moisture in lens. (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass73,239 miles (+9,453)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,239 miles
    Test number
    886158195018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass63,786 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    63,786 miles
    Test number
    147220694407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteESP/BAS MALFUNCTION LAMP EXTINGUISHED DURING TEST - ADVISE INVESTIGATION
    • NoteMOISTURE IN N/S HEADLIGHT
    • NoteTAILGATE STRUTS WEAK

  22. Fail63,785 miles (-983)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,785 miles
    Test number
    355650094083
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteESP/BAS MALFUNCTION LAMP EXTINGUISHED DURING TEST - ADVISE INVESTIGATION
    • NoteMOISTURE IN N/S HEADLIGHT
    • NoteTAILGATE STRUTS WEAK

  23. Pass64,768 miles (+2,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,768 miles
    Test number
    125736783422
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass62,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,098 miles
    Test number
    638302602129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail62,098 miles (+7,645)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,098 miles
    Test number
    388316092073
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass54,453 miles (+6,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,453 miles
    Test number
    565929481070
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass47,468 miles (+4,721)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,468 miles
    Test number
    474315700153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRestricted view to rear inner brake pads

  28. Pass42,747 miles (+2,931)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    42,747 miles
    Test number
    280639269096
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket corroded
    • NoteSteering damper worn

  29. Pass39,816 miles (+3,172)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,816 miles
    Test number
    143671878483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass36,644 miles (+3,852)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,644 miles
    Test number
    432331677068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass32,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,792 miles
    Test number
    131527866005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 XGK

Does Y231 XGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y231 XGK is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y231 XGK?
The MOT on Y231 XGK is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y231 XGK done?
Y231 XGK was recorded at 111,742 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 3,935 miles a year.
Has Y231 XGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 XGK has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y231 XGK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Mar 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y231 XGK find?
Y231 XGK passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s front and rear; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front to rear, and 11 more.

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