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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y272 PBYMOT history

Y272 PBY is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 164,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
164,345 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y272 PBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y272 PBY was last recorded at 164,345 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 2,774 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,571 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,774 miles
Average per year
5,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,345 miles
  • 2025 – 161,571 miles
  • 2024 – 158,085 miles
  • 2023 – 154,674 miles
  • 2020 – 154,661 miles
  • 2019 – 150,801 miles
  • 2018 – 148,181 miles
  • 2017 – 146,514 miles
  • 2016 – 134,236 miles
  • 2015 – 118,753 miles
  • 2014 – 105,256 miles
  • 2013 – 98,169 miles
  • 2012 – 96,597 miles
  • 2011 – 87,286 miles
  • 2010 – 82,144 miles
  • 2009 – 76,578 miles
  • 2008 – 71,210 miles
  • 2007 – 65,915 miles
  • 2006 – 57,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,345 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,345 miles (+2,774)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    164,345 miles
    Test number
    584177665939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass161,571 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    161,571 miles
    Test number
    398196866893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail161,565 miles (+3,480)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,565 miles
    Test number
    595517746799
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass158,085 miles (+3,411)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    158,085 miles
    Test number
    165158640671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass154,674 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    154,674 miles
    Test number
    629675871748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass154,661 miles (+8)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    154,661 miles
    Test number
    944615064393
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail154,653 miles (+3,852)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,653 miles
    Test number
    821936212020
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass150,801 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    150,801 miles
    Test number
    604302926888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail150,793 miles (+2,612)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,793 miles
    Test number
    806725675350
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front BUMPER CORNER LOOSE

  10. Pass148,181 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    148,181 miles
    Test number
    225278409805
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail148,181 miles (+1,667)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,181 miles
    Test number
    796724976306
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass146,514 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    146,514 miles
    Test number
    461716377037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  13. Fail146,514 miles (+12,278)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,514 miles
    Test number
    881937578231
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  14. Pass134,236 miles (+15,483)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    134,236 miles
    Test number
    792512324249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass118,753 miles (+13,497)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    118,753 miles
    Test number
    216941215425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass105,256 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    105,256 miles
    Test number
    985252174063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail105,256 miles (+7,087)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,256 miles
    Test number
    388592374074
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  18. Pass98,169 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    98,169 miles
    Test number
    179437783052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail98,169 miles (+1,572)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,169 miles
    Test number
    219977283011
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass96,597 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    96,597 miles
    Test number
    185563372404
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Fail96,595 miles (+9,309)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,595 miles
    Test number
    497112772064
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on dash.
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on edges.

  22. Pass87,286 miles (+5,142)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    87,286 miles
    Test number
    146285671471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass82,144 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    82,144 miles
    Test number
    111533160074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  24. Fail82,144 miles (+5,566)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,144 miles
    Test number
    174753360477
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  25. Pass76,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    76,578 miles
    Test number
    170337679049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail76,577 miles (+5,367)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,577 miles
    Test number
    672717579070
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail71,210 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,210 miles
    Test number
    220005488076
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass71,210 miles (+5,295)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    71,210 miles
    Test number
    973595388081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass65,915 miles (+7,955)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    65,915 miles
    Test number
    134519087464
    • NoteBoth front tyres on legal limit on inner edge
    • NoteUnable to check certain items due to plastic shielding

  30. Pass57,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    57,960 miles
    Test number
    750144686070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y272 PBY

Does Y272 PBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y272 PBY is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y272 PBY?
The MOT on Y272 PBY is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y272 PBY done?
Y272 PBY was recorded at 164,345 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 5,305 miles a year.
Has Y272 PBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y272 PBY has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y272 PBY 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 Y272 PBY find?
Y272 PBY passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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