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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,295 cc

Y5 RWBMOT history

Y5 RWB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 42,913 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
42,913 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 RWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 RWB was last recorded at 42,913 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 763 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,150 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
763 miles
Average per year
1,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,913 miles
  • 2025 – 42,150 miles
  • 2024 – 40,933 miles
  • 2023 – 39,524 miles
  • 2022 – 38,349 miles
  • 2020 – 37,410 miles
  • 2019 – 35,078 miles
  • 2018 – 33,546 miles
  • 2017 – 32,462 miles
  • 2016 – 31,674 miles
  • 2015 – 28,528 miles
  • 2014 – 24,466 miles
  • 2012 – 20,416 miles
  • 2011 – 16,923 miles
  • 2010 – 15,285 miles
  • 2009 – 13,921 miles
  • 2008 – 12,535 miles
  • 2007 – 9,397 miles
  • 2006 – 7,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,913 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,913 miles (+763)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    42,913 miles
    Test number
    942478819378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass42,150 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    42,150 miles
    Test number
    601214037570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail42,130 miles (+1,197)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,130 miles
    Test number
    562543837726
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Splits in outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer wall and edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass40,933 miles (+1,409)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    40,933 miles
    Test number
    201422272921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass39,524 miles (+1,175)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    39,524 miles
    Test number
    556171257348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass38,349 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    38,349 miles
    Test number
    648651631828
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  7. Fail38,349 miles (+939)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,349 miles
    Test number
    736334648774
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  8. Pass37,410 miles (+2,332)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    37,410 miles
    Test number
    792396435406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,078 miles (+1,532)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    35,078 miles
    Test number
    899731622995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass33,546 miles (+1,084)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    33,546 miles
    Test number
    437194161390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,462 miles (+788)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    32,462 miles
    Test number
    713117530903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,674 miles (+3,146)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    31,674 miles
    Test number
    818536101669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,528 miles (+4,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    28,528 miles
    Test number
    150656489437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass24,466 miles (+1,210)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    24,466 miles
    Test number
    687334164365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,256 miles (+2,840)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    23,256 miles
    Test number
    538407714045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,416 miles (+3,493)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    20,416 miles
    Test number
    876525052323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,923 miles (+1,638)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    16,923 miles
    Test number
    417293651424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,285 miles (+1,364)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    15,285 miles
    Test number
    490589640421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,921 miles (+1,386)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    13,921 miles
    Test number
    101844269373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,535 miles (+3,138)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    12,535 miles
    Test number
    103776168368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,397 miles (+1,511)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    9,397 miles
    Test number
    933585267396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass7,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    7,886 miles
    Test number
    532585956376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y5 RWB

Does Y5 RWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 RWB is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 RWB?
The MOT on Y5 RWB is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 RWB done?
Y5 RWB was recorded at 42,913 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 1,786 miles a year.
Has Y5 RWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 RWB has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on Y5 RWB 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 Y5 RWB find?
Y5 RWB passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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