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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y46 SBDMOT history

Y46 SBD is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 120,436 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Mar 2025
Mileage
120,436 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y46 SBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y46 SBD was last recorded at 120,436 miles on 26 Mar 2024, 6,478 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,958 miles · 9 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
6,478 miles
Average per year
5,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 120,436 miles
  • 2023 – 113,958 miles
  • 2022 – 113,424 miles
  • 2021 – 110,420 miles
  • 2020 – 107,379 miles
  • 2019 – 104,783 miles
  • 2018 – 97,524 miles
  • 2017 – 87,082 miles
  • 2016 – 84,962 miles
  • 2015 – 82,345 miles
  • 2014 – 78,478 miles
  • 2013 – 73,995 miles
  • 2012 – 67,185 miles
  • 2011 – 65,823 miles
  • 2010 – 53,704 miles
  • 2009 – 43,515 miles
  • 2008 – 36,199 miles
  • 2007 – 32,462 miles
  • 2006 – 29,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,436 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play n/s/f and o/s/f (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,436 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    120,436 miles
    Test number
    463610936459
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play n/s/f and o/s/f (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail120,436 miles (+6,478)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,436 miles
    Test number
    358668019079
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play n/s/f and o/s/f (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass113,958 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    113,958 miles
    Test number
    228339307009
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail113,958 miles (+534)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,958 miles
    Test number
    855989769387
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass113,424 miles (+3,004)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    113,424 miles
    Test number
    881744433071
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,420 miles (+3,041)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,420 miles
    Test number
    315775740261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    107,379 miles
    Test number
    722065549440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail107,379 miles (+2,596)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,379 miles
    Test number
    698196666502
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  9. Pass104,783 miles (+7,259)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,783 miles
    Test number
    295997023213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,524 miles (+79)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    97,524 miles
    Test number
    724919370660
    • AdvisoryFull Undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  11. Fail97,445 miles (+10,363)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,445 miles
    Test number
    964048405633
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded outer near flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded drivers floor area (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded near flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFull Undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  12. Pass87,082 miles (+2,120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,082 miles
    Test number
    297349283348
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded pipe from front to rear looks wet
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass84,962 miles (+2,617)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,962 miles
    Test number
    775918751697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,345 miles (+3,867)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    82,345 miles
    Test number
    275816185085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,478 miles (+4,483)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,478 miles
    Test number
    145376084482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,995 miles (+6,810)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    73,995 miles
    Test number
    637537683095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,185 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    67,185 miles
    Test number
    179097162095
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail67,185 miles (+1,362)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,185 miles
    Test number
    127957162044
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass65,823 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,823 miles
    Test number
    645144191036
    • NoteCentre exhaust clamp broken but exhaust is secure.
    • NoteFront exhaust clamp in poor condition.

  20. Fail65,823 miles (+165)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,823 miles
    Test number
    678051291038
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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 Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust clamp broken but exhaust is secure.
    • NoteEngine light staying on.
    • NoteFront exhaust clamp in poor condition.
    • NoteOffside front tyre is worn on inner edge.

  21. Fail65,658 miles (+11,954)9 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,658 miles
    Test number
    235887581005
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteFront wheel bearings require slight adjustment
    • NoteO/s/f side repeater lens broken
    • NoteRear brake discs badly pitted on inner face

  22. Pass53,704 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,704 miles
    Test number
    524123980024
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting cracked,
    • NoteEngine management light on,
    • NoteNearside rear tyre close to legal tread depth,
    • NoteRear silencer corroded,

  23. Fail53,704 miles (+10,189)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,704 miles
    Test number
    683882180028
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting cracked,
    • NoteEngine management light on,
    • NoteNearside rear tyre close to legal tread depth,
    • NoteRear silencer corroded,

  24. Pass43,515 miles (+7,316)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,515 miles
    Test number
    411373089097
    • NoteCentre pipe bolts heavily corroded.
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings.

  25. Pass36,199 miles (+3,737)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,199 miles
    Test number
    850493898013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail32,462 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,462 miles
    Test number
    184463747086
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  27. Pass32,462 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    32,462 miles
    Test number
    661563847057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,173 miles
    Test number
    690837846089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail29,173 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,173 miles
    Test number
    853947746074
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about Y46 SBD

Does Y46 SBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y46 SBD expired on 28 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y46 SBD?
The MOT on Y46 SBD expired on 28 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y46 SBD done?
Y46 SBD was recorded at 120,436 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2024, an average of 5,041 miles a year.
Has Y46 SBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y46 SBD has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y46 SBD 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 Y46 SBD find?
Y46 SBD passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f; front wheel bearing has slight play n/s/f and o/s/f; rear brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s/r and o/s/r.

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