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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y242 HDMMOT history

Y242 HDM is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 75,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
75,108 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 HDM
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
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 HDM was last recorded at 75,108 miles on 15 May 2026, 474 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,634 miles · 17 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
474 miles
Average per year
2,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,108 miles
  • 2023 – 74,634 miles
  • 2022 – 73,818 miles
  • 2021 – 72,650 miles
  • 2020 – 71,617 miles
  • 2019 – 70,569 miles
  • 2017 – 68,589 miles
  • 2016 – 65,095 miles
  • 2015 – 61,302 miles
  • 2014 – 58,776 miles
  • 2013 – 57,158 miles
  • 2012 – 56,063 miles
  • 2011 – 54,365 miles
  • 2010 – 51,978 miles
  • 2009 – 49,810 miles
  • 2008 – 45,818 miles
  • 2007 – 40,677 miles
  • 2006 – 34,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,108 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly corroded braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly corroded braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (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 suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Central Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Tyre worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,108 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    75,108 miles
    Test number
    230982161691
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly corroded braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly corroded braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail75,108 miles (+474)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,108 miles
    Test number
    335961198553
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tread blocks splitting, Tyre was made 2013 205 55 16 91V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly corroded braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Badly corroded braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass74,634 miles (+816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    74,634 miles
    Test number
    161128421514
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass73,818 miles (+1,168)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,818 miles
    Test number
    162161001736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,650 miles (+1,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    72,650 miles
    Test number
    233070657377
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  6. Pass71,617 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    71,617 miles
    Test number
    262355518445
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  7. Fail71,617 miles (+1,048)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,617 miles
    Test number
    202713512050
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  8. Pass70,569 miles (+1,980)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,569 miles
    Test number
    682297549064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,589 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,589 miles
    Test number
    411339866490
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail68,579 miles (+3,484)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,579 miles
    Test number
    718266145459
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass65,095 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    65,095 miles
    Test number
    264263115819
    • AdvisoryCentral Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn on inner edge

  12. Fail65,071 miles (+3,769)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,071 miles
    Test number
    717878815646
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn on inner edge

  13. Pass61,302 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    61,302 miles
    Test number
    690746926270
    • AdvisoryESP LAMP INDICATES A FAULT

  14. Fail61,302 miles (+2,526)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,302 miles
    Test number
    175086224496
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureElectrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed GEARBOX EARTH STRAP (1.9.2c)
    • AdvisoryESP LAMP INDICATES A FAULT
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryPASSENGER SEAT WILL NOT AJUST

  15. Pass58,776 miles (+27)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    58,776 miles
    Test number
    689198414332
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBody corrosion to all four outer wheel archs

  16. Fail58,749 miles (+1,591)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,749 miles
    Test number
    129504414381
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEarth strap broke

  17. Pass57,158 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    57,158 miles
    Test number
    749176613345
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge(also has a small cut)

  18. Fail57,158 miles (+1,095)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,158 miles
    Test number
    728316513334
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge(also has a small cut)

  19. Pass56,063 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    56,063 miles
    Test number
    845471132373
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteBrake pad wear light on
    • NoteEarth strap broken, body/gearbox
    • NoteSlight wear on brake discs

  20. Fail56,062 miles (+1,697)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,062 miles
    Test number
    407951132387
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteBrake pad wear light on
    • NoteEarth strap broken, body/gearbox
    • NoteSlight wear on brake discs

  21. Pass54,365 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    54,365 miles
    Test number
    356865311336
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S HANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY LOW

  22. Fail54,365 miles (+2,387)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,365 miles
    Test number
    636715011383
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S HANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY LOW

  23. Pass51,978 miles (+2,168)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    51,978 miles
    Test number
    311487620316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEARTH STRAP BROKEN, BODY/GEARBOX.
    • NoteSLIGHT DAMAGE TOO N/S/F TYRE OUTER SIDEWALL.

  24. Pass49,810 miles (+3,992)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    49,810 miles
    Test number
    374961139388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,818 miles (+5,141)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    45,818 miles
    Test number
    410888538470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteB.A.S warning light illuminated
    • NoteE.S.P warning light illuminated
    • NoteCoolant level warning illuminated
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox electrical plug

  26. Pass40,677 miles (+6,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,677 miles
    Test number
    832079047352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass34,587 miles (+5,452)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    34,587 miles
    Test number
    864162766309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,135 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    29,135 miles
    Test number
    890886166071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about Y242 HDM

Does Y242 HDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y242 HDM is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y242 HDM?
The MOT on Y242 HDM is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y242 HDM done?
Y242 HDM was recorded at 75,108 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 2,277 miles a year.
Has Y242 HDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 HDM has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y242 HDM 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 Y242 HDM find?
Y242 HDM passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded braking surface; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded braking surface; rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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