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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y283 KCXMOT history

Y283 KCX is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 14 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 167,839 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
167,839 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y283 KCX
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
14 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y283 KCX was last recorded at 167,839 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,835 miles · 9 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,839 miles
  • 2025 – 162,565 miles
  • 2024 – 160,389 miles
  • 2023 – 158,576 miles
  • 2022 – 149,661 miles
  • 2021 – 142,779 miles
  • 2020 – 122,605 miles
  • 2019 – 86,414 miles
  • 2018 – 61,271 miles
  • 2017 – 43,597 miles
  • 2016 – 43,381 miles
  • 2015 – 43,207 miles
  • 2014 – 41,366 miles
  • 2013 – 41,168 miles
  • 2012 – 40,887 miles
  • 2011 – 40,581 miles
  • 2010 – 40,081 miles
  • 2009 – 38,933 miles
  • 2008 – 36,010 miles
  • 2007 – 31,469 miles
  • 2006 – 29,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,839 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offsideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion on suspension componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust backbox outer skin very rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust mounting defective Middle Marked yellow

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass167,839 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    167,839 miles
    Test number
    543274333161
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion on suspension components
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail167,835 miles (+5,270)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,835 miles
    Test number
    807560030436
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion on suspension components
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass162,565 miles (+2,176)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    162,565 miles
    Test number
    786992517550
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  4. Pass160,389 miles (+1,813)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    160,389 miles
    Test number
    901825818361
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer case deteriorated (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

  5. Pass158,576 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    158,576 miles
    Test number
    886504856682
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox outer skin very rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Middle Marked yellow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail158,574 miles (+8,913)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,574 miles
    Test number
    254561553703
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox outer skin very rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Middle Marked yellow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass149,661 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    149,661 miles
    Test number
    572008891897
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust center box corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pump cover adrift
    • AdvisorySlight diff oil leak

  8. Fail149,653 miles (+6,874)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,653 miles
    Test number
    624810447248
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust center box corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pump cover adrift
    • AdvisorySlight diff oil leak

  9. Pass142,779 miles (+20,174)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    142,779 miles
    Test number
    607131045353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass122,605 miles (+36,191)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    122,605 miles
    Test number
    476071992715
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroding
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisorySill kit fitted

  11. Pass86,414 miles (+25,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    86,414 miles
    Test number
    901739444067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear indicator faded

  12. Pass61,271 miles (+17,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    61,271 miles
    Test number
    517066324088
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer casing rusty

  13. Pass43,597 miles (+216)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    43,597 miles
    Test number
    603074078249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,381 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    43,381 miles
    Test number
    183902123876
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack inner joints have slight play

  15. Fail43,381 miles (+174)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,381 miles
    Test number
    987137199732
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack inner joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer box slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyre tread perished - has small cracks in inner tread and outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass43,207 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    43,207 miles
    Test number
    599405235060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,366 miles (+198)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    41,366 miles
    Test number
    527509424026
    • NoteFront brake disc pitted

  18. Pass41,168 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,168 miles
    Test number
    255961133005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,887 miles (+306)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    40,887 miles
    Test number
    137652332415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,581 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,581 miles
    Test number
    169441431003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,081 miles (+1,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    40,081 miles
    Test number
    100575820437
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass38,933 miles (+2,923)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    38,933 miles
    Test number
    881895339053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,010 miles (+4,541)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,010 miles
    Test number
    934497488008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,469 miles (+2,461)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    31,469 miles
    Test number
    984388787020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    29,008 miles
    Test number
    892692286055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y283 KCX

Does Y283 KCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y283 KCX is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y283 KCX?
The MOT on Y283 KCX is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y283 KCX done?
Y283 KCX was recorded at 167,839 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 6,855 miles a year.
Has Y283 KCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y283 KCX has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y283 KCX 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 Y283 KCX find?
Y283 KCX passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside; general surface corrosion on suspension components; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside.

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