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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y261 OANMOT history

Y261 OAN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 18 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 106,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
106,433 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 OAN
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
18 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 OAN was last recorded at 106,433 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 5,386 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,047 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,386 miles
Average per year
4,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,433 miles
  • 2025 – 101,047 miles
  • 2023 – 94,898 miles
  • 2022 – 89,718 miles
  • 2021 – 83,810 miles
  • 2020 – 79,674 miles
  • 2019 – 73,253 miles
  • 2018 – 67,453 miles
  • 2017 – 58,604 miles
  • 2016 – 49,433 miles
  • 2015 – 48,171 miles
  • 2014 – 46,286 miles
  • 2013 – 44,668 miles
  • 2012 – 42,202 miles
  • 2011 – 40,324 miles
  • 2010 – 37,434 miles
  • 2009 – 34,893 miles
  • 2008 – 31,583 miles
  • 2007 – 28,059 miles
  • 2006 – 24,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,433 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,433 miles (+5,386)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    106,433 miles
    Test number
    617352669511
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass101,047 miles (+151)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    101,047 miles
    Test number
    950610869482
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryE.m light on.
  3. Fail100,896 miles (+5,998)2 major1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,896 miles
    Test number
    848234555484
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box missing. (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryE.m light on.
  4. Pass94,898 miles (+5,180)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    94,898 miles
    Test number
    221787692527
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective centre section mount broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively aux belt perished - A/C belt (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexy perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexy perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass89,718 miles (+5,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    89,718 miles
    Test number
    970461510867
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass83,810 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    83,810 miles
    Test number
    662066959544
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail83,810 miles (+4,136)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,810 miles
    Test number
    183966849293
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50 16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass79,674 miles (+6,421)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,674 miles
    Test number
    702948669492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass73,253 miles (+5,800)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,253 miles
    Test number
    636364980975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,453 miles (+8,849)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    67,453 miles
    Test number
    501174869762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,604 miles (+9,171)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,604 miles
    Test number
    682074264294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,433 miles (+1,262)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    49,433 miles
    Test number
    933524849069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,171 miles (+1,885)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,171 miles
    Test number
    309717685194
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass46,286 miles (+1,618)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,286 miles
    Test number
    695155394100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,668 miles (+2,466)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    44,668 miles
    Test number
    126750293188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,202 miles (+1,878)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,202 miles
    Test number
    558923112219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,324 miles (+2,890)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,324 miles
    Test number
    125408581169
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteStonechips front screen
  18. Pass37,434 miles (+2,541)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    37,434 miles
    Test number
    550720960158
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteDampness around steering box
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteStonechips front screen
  19. Pass34,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,893 miles
    Test number
    233892789414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,893 miles (+3,310)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,893 miles
    Test number
    291162289132
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
  21. Pass31,583 miles (+3,524)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,583 miles
    Test number
    261639378498
    • NoteBoth front tyres low on edges
    • NoteSteering box very damp
  22. Pass28,059 miles (+3,215)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,059 miles
    Test number
    550660277125
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteSteering box damp
  23. Pass24,844 miles (+49)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    24,844 miles
    Test number
    283537686198
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  24. Fail24,795 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,795 miles
    Test number
    134596986153
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Questions about Y261 OAN

Does Y261 OAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y261 OAN is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y261 OAN?
The MOT on Y261 OAN is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y261 OAN done?
Y261 OAN was recorded at 106,433 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 4,151 miles a year.
Has Y261 OAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 OAN has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y261 OAN 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 Y261 OAN find?
Y261 OAN passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front hydraulic leak, but not excessive; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm, and 2 more.

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