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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y4 KAYMOT history

Y4 KAY is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 10 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 55,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
55,190 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y4 KAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y4 KAY was last recorded at 55,190 miles on 28 Oct 2026, 836 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
54,354 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
836 miles
Average per year
1,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,190 miles
  • 2025 – 54,354 miles
  • 2024 – 54,001 miles
  • 2023 – 53,173 miles
  • 2022 – 52,610 miles
  • 2021 – 51,824 miles
  • 2020 – 51,041 miles
  • 2019 – 49,320 miles
  • 2018 – 48,046 miles
  • 2017 – 46,892 miles
  • 2016 – 45,486 miles
  • 2015 – 44,276 miles
  • 2014 – 43,307 miles
  • 2013 – 42,433 miles
  • 2012 – 39,656 miles
  • 2011 – 36,831 miles
  • 2010 – 34,367 miles
  • 2009 – 32,828 miles
  • 2008 – 29,411 miles
  • 2007 – 26,166 miles
  • 2006 – 21,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,190 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hardened (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defectiveRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Drive belt worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,190 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    55,190 miles
    Test number
    940757668794
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hardened (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail55,190 miles (+836)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,190 miles
    Test number
    820588377675
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hardened (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass54,354 miles (+353)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    54,354 miles
    Test number
    907480228088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hardened (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.1mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass54,001 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    54,001 miles
    Test number
    349407022669
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Poor beam image

  5. Fail54,001 miles (+828)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,001 miles
    Test number
    134541947509
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Poor beam image

  6. Pass53,173 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    53,173 miles
    Test number
    955058569206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail53,173 miles (+563)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,173 miles
    Test number
    627809198336
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass52,610 miles (+786)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    52,610 miles
    Test number
    115286165320
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass51,824 miles (+783)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    51,824 miles
    Test number
    564185851766
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.6mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass51,041 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,041 miles
    Test number
    110929521402
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Very slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail51,041 miles (+1,721)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,041 miles
    Test number
    108301975149
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Very slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass49,320 miles (+1,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,320 miles
    Test number
    763472914212
    • AdvisoryFront Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Very slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass48,046 miles (+1,154)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,046 miles
    Test number
    174266554901
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Drive belts slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Very slight (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass46,892 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    46,892 miles
    Test number
    697161776400
    • AdvisoryRear tyres at 3mm

  15. Fail46,892 miles (+1,406)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,892 miles
    Test number
    261326424613
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres at 3mm

  16. Pass45,486 miles (+1,210)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,486 miles
    Test number
    133423318727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,276 miles (+969)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,276 miles
    Test number
    179170815193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,307 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,307 miles
    Test number
    287970924484
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine management lamp is on

  19. Fail43,302 miles (+869)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,302 miles
    Test number
    715280324145
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine management lamp is on

  20. Pass42,433 miles (+2,777)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,433 miles
    Test number
    626993913129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,656 miles (+2,825)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,656 miles
    Test number
    125811812119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,831 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    36,831 miles
    Test number
    179526011105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,367 miles (+1,539)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    34,367 miles
    Test number
    401369010149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,828 miles
    Test number
    881232039127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail32,824 miles (+3,413)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,824 miles
    Test number
    973362439130
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

  26. Pass29,411 miles (+3,245)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,411 miles
    Test number
    701460738141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,166 miles (+4,229)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,166 miles
    Test number
    341151637115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    21,937 miles
    Test number
    500135626194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y4 KAY

Does Y4 KAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y4 KAY is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y4 KAY?
The MOT on Y4 KAY is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y4 KAY done?
Y4 KAY was recorded at 55,190 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2026, an average of 1,624 miles a year.
Has Y4 KAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y4 KAY has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y4 KAY 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 KAY find?
Y4 KAY passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both hardened; gearbox mounting defective, and 3 more.

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