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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y242 KNDMOT history

Y242 KND is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2021 and it has passed 14 of 27 MOT tests, with 157,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2021
Mileage
157,555 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2021
MOT tests
27
14 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 KND
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y242 KND was last recorded at 157,555 miles on 8 Dec 2021, 8,974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,581 miles · 7 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
8,974 miles
Average per year
7,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 157,555 miles
  • 2020 – 148,581 miles
  • 2019 – 134,678 miles
  • 2018 – 129,810 miles
  • 2017 – 119,914 miles
  • 2016 – 116,192 miles
  • 2015 – 110,149 miles
  • 2014 – 102,846 miles
  • 2013 – 102,721 miles
  • 2012 – 102,571 miles
  • 2011 – 102,439 miles
  • 2010 – 102,218 miles
  • 2009 – 96,179 miles
  • 2008 – 79,280 miles
  • 2007 – 57,845 miles
  • 2006 – 38,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail157,555 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake efficiency low
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre wall wearing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded
  • AdvisoryVehicle outer wings all round rusting

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail157,555 miles (+8,974)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,555 miles
    Test number
    465089088026
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake efficiency low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre wall wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle outer wings all round rusting

  2. Pass148,581 miles (+342)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    148,581 miles
    Test number
    396475119810
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail148,239 miles (+13,561)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,239 miles
    Test number
    346259385072
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) central steering damper (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass134,678 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    134,678 miles
    Test number
    848670229099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail134,559 miles (+1,344)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,559 miles
    Test number
    374323124612
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  6. Fail133,215 miles (+3,405)3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,215 miles
    Test number
    484910841940
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorVehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers over both inner sils

  7. Fail129,810 miles (+9,896)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,810 miles
    Test number
    218678353135
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass119,914 miles (+17)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    119,914 miles
    Test number
    293885942534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRadiator support excessively deteriorated

  9. Fail119,897 miles (+3,705)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,897 miles
    Test number
    673824624079
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRadiator support excessively deteriorated

  10. Pass116,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    116,192 miles
    Test number
    359098396613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail116,192 miles (+6,043)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,192 miles
    Test number
    592413461847
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass110,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    110,149 miles
    Test number
    527263773495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,149 miles (+362)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,149 miles
    Test number
    795698597690
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Fail109,787 miles (+6,941)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,787 miles
    Test number
    476385615225
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass102,846 miles (+125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    102,846 miles
    Test number
    709821334283
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass102,721 miles (+150)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    102,721 miles
    Test number
    975829633237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,571 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    102,571 miles
    Test number
    205140332204
    • NoteWipers slow

  18. Fail102,562 miles (+123)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,562 miles
    Test number
    528890132275
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWipers slow

  19. Pass102,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    102,439 miles
    Test number
    548366331289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail102,439 miles (+221)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,439 miles
    Test number
    295316731209
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass102,218 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    102,218 miles
    Test number
    333734040463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail102,198 miles (+6,019)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,198 miles
    Test number
    660919200290
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteEXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED

  23. Pass96,179 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    96,179 miles
    Test number
    313864279151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  24. Fail96,177 miles (+16,897)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,177 miles
    Test number
    291354279190
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  25. Pass79,280 miles (+21,435)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    79,280 miles
    Test number
    983492778131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass57,845 miles (+19,100)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    57,845 miles
    Test number
    310913197172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    38,745 miles
    Test number
    261959096427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y242 KND

Does Y242 KND currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y242 KND expired on 6 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y242 KND?
The MOT on Y242 KND expired on 6 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y242 KND done?
Y242 KND was recorded at 157,555 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2021, an average of 7,719 miles a year.
Has Y242 KND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 KND has failed 13 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y242 KND 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 KND find?
Y242 KND failed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2021 with 3 major defects and 11 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits; offside front headlamp aim too high, and 11 more.

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