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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y261 XAKMOT history

Y261 XAK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 122,027 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2025
Mileage
122,027 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,648 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 XAK
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 expired on 30 May 2025
Latest MOT test
11 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 XAK was last recorded at 122,027 miles on 11 May 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,026 miles · 10 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,648 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 122,027 miles
  • 2023 – 114,330 miles
  • 2022 – 105,296 miles
  • 2021 – 98,025 miles
  • 2020 – 93,186 miles
  • 2019 – 89,902 miles
  • 2018 – 85,423 miles
  • 2017 – 80,832 miles
  • 2016 – 76,927 miles
  • 2015 – 73,306 miles
  • 2014 – 71,024 miles
  • 2013 – 68,864 miles
  • 2012 – 65,859 miles
  • 2011 – 62,491 miles
  • 2010 – 58,312 miles
  • 2009 – 53,183 miles
  • 2008 – 49,445 miles
  • 2007 – 44,203 miles
  • 2006 – 38,517 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,027 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres starting to wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBonnet pull lever missing can still be operatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone (B) stone chips.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,027 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,027 miles
    Test number
    343249569159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres starting to wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBonnet pull lever missing can still be operated

  2. Fail122,026 miles (+7,696)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,026 miles
    Test number
    198299680471
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres starting to wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBonnet pull lever missing can still be operated

  3. Pass114,330 miles (+9,034)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    114,330 miles
    Test number
    730834267495
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal

  4. Pass105,296 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    105,296 miles
    Test number
    856129961827
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone (B) stone chips. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail105,294 miles (+7,269)3 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,294 miles
    Test number
    277707296928
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone (B) stone chips. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Weld broken. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracked. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple cuts. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass98,025 miles (+4,839)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2022
    Odometer
    98,025 miles
    Test number
    602922127711
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass93,186 miles (+3,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2021
    Odometer
    93,186 miles
    Test number
    744464381209
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass89,902 miles (+4,479)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2020
    Odometer
    89,902 miles
    Test number
    794362030907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,423 miles (+4,591)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    85,423 miles
    Test number
    777967845743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,832 miles (+3,905)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    80,832 miles
    Test number
    928599460273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,927 miles (+3,621)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,927 miles
    Test number
    719188322317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,306 miles (+2,282)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    73,306 miles
    Test number
    889353435165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,024 miles (+2,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    71,024 miles
    Test number
    258408844115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  14. Pass68,864 miles (+3,005)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,864 miles
    Test number
    329828043140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,859 miles (+3,368)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    65,859 miles
    Test number
    809821952176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,491 miles
    Test number
    269995341495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail62,491 miles (+4,179)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,491 miles
    Test number
    795775041148
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  18. Pass58,312 miles (+5,129)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,312 miles
    Test number
    211328340462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,183 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,183 miles
    Test number
    222782049163
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass53,183 miles (+3,738)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    53,183 miles
    Test number
    340682349197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,445 miles (+5,242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,445 miles
    Test number
    922829148180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass44,203 miles (+5,686)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,203 miles
    Test number
    471099147138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    38,517 miles
    Test number
    250534646421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y261 XAK

Does Y261 XAK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y261 XAK expired on 30 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y261 XAK?
The MOT on Y261 XAK expired on 30 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y261 XAK done?
Y261 XAK was recorded at 122,027 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2024, an average of 4,648 miles a year.
Has Y261 XAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 XAK has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y261 XAK 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 XAK find?
Y261 XAK passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2024 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres starting to wear on edges; oil leak, but not excessive diff, and 2 more.

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