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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

Y3 SLKMOT history

Y3 SLK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 8 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 159,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

Y3 SLK silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
159,101 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 SLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 SLK was last recorded at 159,101 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,982 miles · 30 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
119 miles
Average per year
5,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,101 miles
  • 2023 – 158,982 miles
  • 2022 – 153,031 miles
  • 2021 – 145,969 miles
  • 2020 – 142,030 miles
  • 2019 – 140,795 miles
  • 2017 – 140,548 miles
  • 2016 – 134,624 miles
  • 2015 – 123,325 miles
  • 2014 – 113,976 miles
  • 2013 – 106,865 miles
  • 2012 – 98,801 miles
  • 2011 – 88,061 miles
  • 2010 – 74,831 miles
  • 2009 – 56,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,101 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear brake pipes x2 (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front inner sidewall is worn and weak but not showing cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,101 miles (+119)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    159,101 miles
    Test number
    848823574144
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass158,982 miles (+5,951)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    158,982 miles
    Test number
    444814084449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass153,031 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    153,031 miles
    Test number
    188438056889
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail153,011 miles (+7,042)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,011 miles
    Test number
    507402314509
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Various places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Various places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass145,969 miles (+3,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    145,969 miles
    Test number
    117268861462
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass142,030 miles (+1,235)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    142,030 miles
    Test number
    115903758573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass140,795 miles (+247)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    140,795 miles
    Test number
    600024972727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass140,548 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    140,548 miles
    Test number
    465816522197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear brake pipes x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner sidewall is worn and weak but not showing cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  9. Fail140,542 miles (+5,918)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,542 miles
    Test number
    157857589465
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear brake pipes x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner sidewall is worn and weak but not showing cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  10. Pass134,624 miles (+4,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    134,624 miles
    Test number
    249010003571
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes coated with greasse
  11. Pass130,507 miles (+7,182)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    130,507 miles
    Test number
    232548483355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,325 miles (+9,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    123,325 miles
    Test number
    865262365065
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass113,976 miles (+7,111)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    113,976 miles
    Test number
    287279144044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,865 miles (+8,064)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    106,865 miles
    Test number
    679820353029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass98,801 miles (+10,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    98,801 miles
    Test number
    979111562096
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass88,061 miles (+13,230)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    88,061 miles
    Test number
    108123731479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,831 miles (+18,202)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    74,831 miles
    Test number
    952522110074
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside edges
  18. Pass56,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    56,629 miles
    Test number
    363996429056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,627 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,627 miles
    Test number
    181946229086
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Questions about Y3 SLK

Does Y3 SLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 SLK is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 SLK?
The MOT on Y3 SLK is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 SLK done?
Y3 SLK was recorded at 159,101 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 5,868 miles a year.
Has Y3 SLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 SLK has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on Y3 SLK 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 Y3 SLK find?
Y3 SLK passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; fuel pipe/s corroded; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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