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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Purple · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y238 DLJMOT history

Y238 DLJ is a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 73,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
73,830 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 DLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y238 DLJ was last recorded at 73,830 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 982 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,848 miles · 26 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
982 miles
Average per year
3,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,830 miles
  • 2024 – 72,848 miles
  • 2023 – 68,859 miles
  • 2022 – 67,227 miles
  • 2021 – 66,482 miles
  • 2020 – 66,293 miles
  • 2019 – 65,645 miles
  • 2018 – 64,522 miles
  • 2017 – 60,388 miles
  • 2016 – 55,284 miles
  • 2015 – 49,016 miles
  • 2014 – 42,478 miles
  • 2013 – 38,176 miles
  • 2012 – 36,711 miles
  • 2011 – 35,152 miles
  • 2010 – 33,147 miles
  • 2009 – 24,888 miles
  • 2008 – 21,106 miles
  • 2007 – 17,725 miles
  • 2006 – 14,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,830 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre edges worn - tyre perished/cracking 205/55/16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear both tyres wearing inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,830 miles (+982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    73,830 miles
    Test number
    692935436490
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass72,848 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    72,848 miles
    Test number
    864919251010
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre edges worn - tyre perished/cracking 205/55/16

  3. Fail72,848 miles (+3,989)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,848 miles
    Test number
    665396993048
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre edges worn - tyre perished/cracking 205/55/16

  4. Pass68,859 miles (+1,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    68,859 miles
    Test number
    668786786521
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass67,227 miles (+745)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,227 miles
    Test number
    540553118484
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass66,482 miles (+189)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    66,482 miles
    Test number
    789943151751
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  7. Pass66,293 miles (+648)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    66,293 miles
    Test number
    248049215810
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres wearing inner edges

  8. Pass65,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    65,645 miles
    Test number
    365117476440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail65,645 miles (+1,123)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,645 miles
    Test number
    324315327309
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass64,522 miles (+4,134)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,522 miles
    Test number
    579262562846
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres wearing inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills covered in trim unable to test fully
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  11. Pass60,388 miles (+5,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    60,388 miles
    Test number
    849732443392
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak differential unit has a slight misting of oil
    • AdvisoryTrims ,skirts ,undertrays fitted hiding some components

  12. Pass55,284 miles (+6,268)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    55,284 miles
    Test number
    337176870332
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear diff damp

  13. Pass49,016 miles (+6,538)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,016 miles
    Test number
    395551035163
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on limit will need replacing soon

  14. Pass42,478 miles (+4,302)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    42,478 miles
    Test number
    286438824458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,176 miles (+1,465)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,176 miles
    Test number
    258012043159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,711 miles (+1,559)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    36,711 miles
    Test number
    757303542185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,152 miles (+2,005)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,152 miles
    Test number
    188726871066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,147 miles (+8,259)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,147 miles
    Test number
    174718160078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,888 miles (+3,782)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,888 miles
    Test number
    594353569036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,106 miles (+3,381)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    21,106 miles
    Test number
    380177368010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,725 miles (+2,828)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    17,725 miles
    Test number
    222547867007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    14,897 miles
    Test number
    190767616177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y238 DLJ

Does Y238 DLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y238 DLJ is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y238 DLJ?
The MOT on Y238 DLJ is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y238 DLJ done?
Y238 DLJ was recorded at 73,830 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 3,013 miles a year.
Has Y238 DLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 DLJ has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on Y238 DLJ 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 Y238 DLJ find?
Y238 DLJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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