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Mercedes-Benz SLK230

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y285 OLKMOT history

Y285 OLK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK230 first used on 25 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 82,582 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2026
Mileage
82,582 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 OLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK230
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 OLK was last recorded at 82,582 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,551 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
3,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,582 miles
  • 2024 – 75,860 miles
  • 2021 – 75,641 miles
  • 2020 – 70,898 miles
  • 2019 – 65,884 miles
  • 2018 – 59,286 miles
  • 2017 – 52,835 miles
  • 2016 – 44,914 miles
  • 2015 – 44,207 miles
  • 2014 – 43,296 miles
  • 2013 – 41,688 miles
  • 2012 – 39,599 miles
  • 2011 – 36,143 miles
  • 2010 – 32,474 miles
  • 2009 – 29,075 miles
  • 2008 – 26,058 miles
  • 2007 – 22,479 miles
  • 2006 – 17,791 miles
  • 2005 – 13,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,582 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,582 miles (+31)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,582 miles
    Test number
    375842833818
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail82,551 miles (+6,691)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,551 miles
    Test number
    570313797880
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass75,860 miles (+219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    75,860 miles
    Test number
    893201187058
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills

  4. Pass75,641 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    75,641 miles
    Test number
    863298481524
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust rust
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre below 1.6mm edges
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering

  5. Fail75,641 miles (+4,743)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,641 miles
    Test number
    616843308225
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust rust
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre below 1.6mm edges
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering

  6. Pass70,898 miles (+5,014)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    70,898 miles
    Test number
    569247142042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass65,884 miles (+6,598)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,884 miles
    Test number
    943889902187
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass59,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    59,286 miles
    Test number
    555558250844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail59,286 miles (+6,451)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,286 miles
    Test number
    972061893429
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass52,835 miles (+7,921)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    52,835 miles
    Test number
    442909916505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,914 miles (+707)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,914 miles
    Test number
    971180728799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    44,207 miles
    Test number
    676556165115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail44,207 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,207 miles
    Test number
    746706465142
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  14. Fail44,207 miles (+911)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,207 miles
    Test number
    726436165143
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass43,296 miles (+1,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    43,296 miles
    Test number
    898805074117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass41,688 miles (+2,089)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,688 miles
    Test number
    109245773194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,599 miles (+3,456)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,599 miles
    Test number
    839121072140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,143 miles (+3,669)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,143 miles
    Test number
    719028361128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,474 miles (+3,399)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,474 miles
    Test number
    964301960147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,075 miles (+3,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    29,075 miles
    Test number
    682641969139
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass26,058 miles (+3,579)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    26,058 miles
    Test number
    204250288401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,479 miles (+4,688)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    22,479 miles
    Test number
    933960577151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,791 miles (+4,189)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    17,791 miles
    Test number
    283151986146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    13,602 miles
    Test number
    592581985145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y285 OLK

Does Y285 OLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y285 OLK expired on 12 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y285 OLK?
The MOT on Y285 OLK expired on 12 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y285 OLK done?
Y285 OLK was recorded at 82,582 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 3,400 miles a year.
Has Y285 OLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 OLK has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y285 OLK 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 Y285 OLK find?
Y285 OLK passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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