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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y868 MNCMOT history

Y868 MNC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 25 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 169,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2024
Mileage
169,625 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y868 MNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y868 MNC was last recorded at 169,625 miles on 17 Aug 2023, 547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Jul 2008: 61,188 miles, lower than 100,247 miles on 20 Jun 2007.
  • 24 Feb 2017: 113,710 miles, lower than 149,172 miles on 21 Feb 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
169,078 miles · 26 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
547 miles
Average per year
4,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 169,625 miles
  • 2022 – 169,078 miles
  • 2021 – 163,683 miles
  • 2020 – 162,622 miles
  • 2019 – 159,255 miles
  • 2018 – 154,608 miles
  • 2017 – 113,710 miles
  • 2016 – 143,168 miles
  • 2015 – 137,893 miles
  • 2014 – 134,161 miles
  • 2012 – 127,687 miles
  • 2011 – 122,167 miles
  • 2010 – 109,493 miles
  • 2008 – 61,188 miles
  • 2007 – 100,247 miles
  • 2006 – 89,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,625 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Slight play in steering linkage both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,625 miles (+547)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    169,625 miles
    Test number
    962695936999
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass169,078 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    169,078 miles
    Test number
    388568415871
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail169,070 miles (+5,387)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,070 miles
    Test number
    735116982659
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass163,683 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    163,683 miles
    Test number
    279714773803
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering linkage both sides

  5. Fail163,681 miles (+1,059)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,681 miles
    Test number
    437098925007
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust system insecure and middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust slight corroded and tin cover loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering linkage both sides

  6. Pass162,622 miles (+3,367)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    162,622 miles
    Test number
    648185911342
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damage (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Front & back bracket broken
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass159,255 miles (+4,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    159,255 miles
    Test number
    349688724083
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low.

  8. Pass154,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    154,608 miles
    Test number
    197424188442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail154,608 miles (+40,898)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,608 miles
    Test number
    669857854679
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass113,710 miles (-35,462)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    113,710 miles
    Test number
    860843958128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail149,172 miles (+6,004)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,172 miles
    Test number
    381761912404
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass143,168 miles (+5,275)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    143,168 miles
    Test number
    778233392396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre bald on inside tread
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass137,893 miles (+3,732)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    137,893 miles
    Test number
    766969565027
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre exhaust corroded
    • NoteRear diff leaking

  14. Pass134,161 miles (+6,474)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    134,161 miles
    Test number
    378128574072
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking
    • NoteN/s/f tyre low on edges
    • NoteRear diff leaking

  15. Pass127,687 miles (+5,520)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    127,687 miles
    Test number
    539233092011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail122,167 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,167 miles
    Test number
    438239681062
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass122,167 miles (+12,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    122,167 miles
    Test number
    645209581060
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass109,493 miles (+48,305)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    109,493 miles
    Test number
    982889280035
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from n/s driveshaft oil seal

  19. Pass61,188 miles (-39,059)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    61,188 miles
    Test number
    984650708283
    • NoteDamage to offside front tyre wall....no cords exposed

  20. Pass100,247 miles (+10,899)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    100,247 miles
    Test number
    111871077146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,348 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    89,348 miles
    Test number
    931683996189
    • 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)

Questions about Y868 MNC

Does Y868 MNC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y868 MNC expired on 25 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y868 MNC?
The MOT on Y868 MNC expired on 25 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y868 MNC done?
Y868 MNC was recorded at 169,625 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2023, an average of 4,695 miles a year.
Has Y868 MNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y868 MNC has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on Y868 MNC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 18 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y868 MNC find?
Y868 MNC passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2023 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly cracking, and 5 more.

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