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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,798 cc

Y4 BMCMOT history

Y4 BMC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 85,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2023
Mileage
85,420 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,658 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y4 BMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y4 BMC was last recorded at 85,420 miles on 5 Oct 2022, 400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,020 miles · 7 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
400 miles
Average per year
3,658 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,420 miles
  • 2021 – 85,020 miles
  • 2020 – 82,020 miles
  • 2019 – 81,251 miles
  • 2018 – 79,736 miles
  • 2017 – 79,301 miles
  • 2016 – 75,628 miles
  • 2015 – 67,421 miles
  • 2014 – 60,884 miles
  • 2013 – 60,326 miles
  • 2012 – 59,079 miles
  • 2011 – 54,362 miles
  • 2010 – 48,183 miles
  • 2009 – 42,813 miles
  • 2008 – 36,680 miles
  • 2007 – 31,395 miles
  • 2006 – 24,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,420 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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.

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,420 miles (+400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,420 miles
    Test number
    221067237880
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass85,020 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,020 miles
    Test number
    540098044772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  3. Fail85,020 miles (+3,000)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,020 miles
    Test number
    294928425911
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  4. Pass82,020 miles (+769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,020 miles
    Test number
    499489132298
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass81,251 miles (+1,515)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,251 miles
    Test number
    654723264009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,736 miles (+435)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,736 miles
    Test number
    841971085751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,301 miles (+3,673)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    79,301 miles
    Test number
    746928429632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    75,628 miles
    Test number
    429424891025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,628 miles (+8,207)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,628 miles
    Test number
    172393309830
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

  10. Pass67,421 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,421 miles
    Test number
    229253675407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail67,416 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,416 miles
    Test number
    166290665120
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass67,416 miles (+6,532)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,416 miles
    Test number
    518100665105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,884 miles (+558)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,884 miles
    Test number
    377047184016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    60,326 miles
    Test number
    288495213420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,326 miles (+1,247)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,326 miles
    Test number
    547605413173
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  16. Pass59,079 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    59,079 miles
    Test number
    785124112133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail59,061 miles (+4,699)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,061 miles
    Test number
    535251112166
    • FailureDirection indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSigns of wear on all four brake discs
    • NoteSlight play nearside front wheel

  18. Pass54,362 miles (+19)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,362 miles
    Test number
    445456801124
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll four brake discs are slightly worn

  19. Fail54,343 miles (+6,160)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,343 miles
    Test number
    319865601128
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll four brake discs are slightly worn

  20. Pass48,183 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,183 miles
    Test number
    280298590096
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in the offside front suspension ball joint

  21. Fail48,183 miles (+5,370)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,183 miles
    Test number
    852518390023
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in the offside front suspension ball joint

  22. Pass42,813 miles (+6,133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,813 miles
    Test number
    142709399064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass36,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,680 miles
    Test number
    422073798033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail36,680 miles (+5,285)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,680 miles
    Test number
    923883898048
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  25. Pass31,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    31,395 miles
    Test number
    400145987006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail31,395 miles (+6,410)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,395 miles
    Test number
    310245587014
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished

  27. Pass24,985 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,985 miles
    Test number
    302077586035
    • NoteBoth rear tyres tread depth 1.6 mm and have nails
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall damged

  28. Fail24,985 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,985 miles
    Test number
    771637586088
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres tread depth 1.6 mm and have nails
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall damged

Questions about Y4 BMC

Does Y4 BMC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y4 BMC expired on 6 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y4 BMC?
The MOT on Y4 BMC expired on 6 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y4 BMC done?
Y4 BMC was recorded at 85,420 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2022, an average of 3,658 miles a year.
Has Y4 BMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y4 BMC has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on Y4 BMC 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 Y4 BMC find?
Y4 BMC passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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