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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y252 YATMOT history

Y252 YAT is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 83,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
83,663 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 YAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y252 YAT was last recorded at 83,663 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 3,408 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,255 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,408 miles
Average per year
3,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,663 miles
  • 2025 – 80,255 miles
  • 2024 – 75,566 miles
  • 2023 – 70,591 miles
  • 2022 – 64,859 miles
  • 2021 – 61,197 miles
  • 2020 – 59,114 miles
  • 2019 – 56,493 miles
  • 2017 – 51,668 miles
  • 2016 – 36,974 miles
  • 2015 – 36,308 miles
  • 2014 – 35,755 miles
  • 2013 – 35,182 miles
  • 2012 – 34,351 miles
  • 2011 – 32,123 miles
  • 2010 – 30,074 miles
  • 2009 – 28,706 miles
  • 2008 – 25,979 miles
  • 2007 – 22,637 miles
  • 2006 – 19,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,663 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Centre exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear subframe and underside of body corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass83,663 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    83,663 miles
    Test number
    526924727585
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Fail83,663 miles (+3,408)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,663 miles
    Test number
    620320565078
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  3. Pass80,255 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    80,255 miles
    Test number
    575876171599
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses cloudy
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear axle
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  4. Fail80,251 miles (+4,685)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,251 miles
    Test number
    947910650407
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses cloudy
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear axle
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  5. Pass75,566 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    75,566 miles
    Test number
    218895732340
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail75,562 miles (+4,971)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,562 miles
    Test number
    985903326872
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass70,591 miles (+178)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    70,591 miles
    Test number
    229000427224
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and underside of body corroded

  8. Fail70,413 miles (+5,554)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,413 miles
    Test number
    426426937401
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and underside of body corroded

  9. Pass64,859 miles (+3,662)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    64,859 miles
    Test number
    443362733708
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass61,197 miles (+2,083)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    61,197 miles
    Test number
    386857146545
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear most mount (chassis) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass59,114 miles (+2,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,114 miles
    Test number
    126672879693
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass56,493 miles (+4,825)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    56,493 miles
    Test number
    838575289717
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil

  13. Pass51,668 miles (+235)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    51,668 miles
    Test number
    214484090532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,433 miles (+9,326)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,433 miles
    Test number
    107382508338
    • 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)

  15. Pass42,107 miles (+5,133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    42,107 miles
    Test number
    744116218822
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skin starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryExhaust system centre pipe bracket, broken
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres wearing on inside edge.

  16. Pass36,974 miles (+666)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    36,974 miles
    Test number
    809210846819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,308 miles (+553)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    36,308 miles
    Test number
    327938305039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,755 miles (+573)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    35,755 miles
    Test number
    557320324021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,182 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,182 miles
    Test number
    966277713033
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Fail35,182 miles (+831)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,182 miles
    Test number
    875447113086
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass34,351 miles (+2,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    34,351 miles
    Test number
    128822232424
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass32,123 miles (+2,049)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    32,123 miles
    Test number
    165708141010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,074 miles (+1,368)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    30,074 miles
    Test number
    121633240004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,706 miles (+2,727)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,706 miles
    Test number
    861561499090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,979 miles (+3,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    25,979 miles
    Test number
    332049378058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass22,637 miles (+3,140)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,637 miles
    Test number
    124599457419
    • AdvisoryCentre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteFront tyres on 2mm on edges.

  27. Pass19,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,497 miles
    Test number
    460567966087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y252 YAT

Does Y252 YAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y252 YAT is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y252 YAT?
The MOT on Y252 YAT is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y252 YAT done?
Y252 YAT was recorded at 83,663 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 3,223 miles a year.
Has Y252 YAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 YAT has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y252 YAT 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 Y252 YAT find?
Y252 YAT passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear oil leak, but not excessive axle, and 3 more.

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