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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y878 AJWMOT history

Y878 AJW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 68,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2024
Mileage
68,984 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y878 AJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y878 AJW was last recorded at 68,984 miles on 6 Apr 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,984 miles · 5 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 68,984 miles
  • 2022 – 68,983 miles
  • 2021 – 68,981 miles
  • 2020 – 68,970 miles
  • 2019 – 68,616 miles
  • 2018 – 68,284 miles
  • 2017 – 68,003 miles
  • 2016 – 67,685 miles
  • 2015 – 66,735 miles
  • 2014 – 64,862 miles
  • 2013 – 63,109 miles
  • 2011 – 62,356 miles
  • 2010 – 61,340 miles
  • 2009 – 51,371 miles
  • 2008 – 46,354 miles
  • 2007 – 40,099 miles
  • 2006 – 33,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,984 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,984 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    68,984 miles
    Test number
    318674625501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail68,984 miles (+1)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,984 miles
    Test number
    337763867248
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass68,983 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    68,983 miles
    Test number
    780966236744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust box corroded

  4. Pass68,981 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    68,981 miles
    Test number
    276772676378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,970 miles (+354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    68,970 miles
    Test number
    781028124371
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass68,616 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    68,616 miles
    Test number
    981196608316
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail68,614 miles (+330)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,614 miles
    Test number
    752511686182
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass68,284 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,284 miles
    Test number
    401779000329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,003 miles (+318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    68,003 miles
    Test number
    828694489367
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass67,685 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    67,685 miles
    Test number
    234319770570
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight play

  11. Fail67,685 miles (+950)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,685 miles
    Test number
    667558643190
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight play

  12. Pass66,735 miles (+1,873)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    66,735 miles
    Test number
    138279945480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,862 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,862 miles
    Test number
    555787684018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,109 miles (+753)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    63,109 miles
    Test number
    487825603153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,356 miles (+1,016)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    62,356 miles
    Test number
    246605501380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass61,340 miles (+4,311)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    61,340 miles
    Test number
    581891120379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    57,029 miles
    Test number
    144614040004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,029 miles (+5,658)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,029 miles
    Test number
    950444540009
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass51,371 miles (+5,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    51,371 miles
    Test number
    220087249006
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  20. Pass46,354 miles (+6,255)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    46,354 miles
    Test number
    161626048408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    40,099 miles
    Test number
    592926147092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,099 miles (+6,813)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,099 miles
    Test number
    991096547011
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass33,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,286 miles
    Test number
    254144646080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y878 AJW

Does Y878 AJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y878 AJW expired on 5 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y878 AJW?
The MOT on Y878 AJW expired on 5 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y878 AJW done?
Y878 AJW was recorded at 68,984 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2023, an average of 2,083 miles a year.
Has Y878 AJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y878 AJW has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on Y878 AJW 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 Y878 AJW find?
Y878 AJW passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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