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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,798 cc

Y8 MEGMOT history

Y8 MEG is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 24 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 67,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

Y8 MEG silver Mercedes-Benz Slk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
67,283 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 MEG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y8 MEG was last recorded at 67,283 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 4,525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,758 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,525 miles
Average per year
3,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,283 miles
  • 2025 – 62,758 miles
  • 2024 – 57,791 miles
  • 2023 – 53,523 miles
  • 2022 – 50,125 miles
  • 2021 – 46,455 miles
  • 2020 – 43,344 miles
  • 2019 – 39,684 miles
  • 2018 – 36,240 miles
  • 2017 – 32,337 miles
  • 2016 – 28,367 miles
  • 2015 – 23,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail67,283 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCovers prevent full inspection of testable items
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge [multiple cuts] (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Font to rear pipe corroded [both sides] (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Covers fitted preventing full inspection of testable items

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes corroded [both sides]

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes [rear end]

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail67,283 miles (+4,525)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,283 miles
    Test number
    764395673981
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers prevent full inspection of testable items
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge [multiple cuts] (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Font to rear pipe corroded [both sides] (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass62,758 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    62,758 miles
    Test number
    878357083960
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted preventing full inspection of testable items
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes corroded [both sides] (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail62,754 miles (+4,963)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,754 miles
    Test number
    794659876058
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted preventing full inspection of testable items
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes corroded [both sides] (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass57,791 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    57,791 miles
    Test number
    585807074145
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted preventing full inspection of testable items
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes [rear end] (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail57,787 miles (+4,264)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,787 miles
    Test number
    168295022289
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted preventing full inspection of testable items
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes [rear end] (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass53,523 miles (+3,398)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    53,523 miles
    Test number
    326738351518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,125 miles (+3,670)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    50,125 miles
    Test number
    309380036868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass46,455 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    46,455 miles
    Test number
    142009109673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,344 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    43,344 miles
    Test number
    677097327060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail43,330 miles (+3,646)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,330 miles
    Test number
    719349540318
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass39,684 miles (+3,444)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,684 miles
    Test number
    892354789331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,240 miles (+3,903)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    36,240 miles
    Test number
    300140323884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,337 miles (+3,970)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    32,337 miles
    Test number
    301610761106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,367 miles (+4,470)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    28,367 miles
    Test number
    509708199095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail23,897 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,897 miles
    Test number
    216223935456
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass23,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    23,897 miles
    Test number
    408683935138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 MEG

Does Y8 MEG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 MEG is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y8 MEG?
The MOT on Y8 MEG is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 MEG done?
Y8 MEG was recorded at 67,283 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 3,787 miles a year.
Has Y8 MEG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 MEG has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y8 MEG 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 Y8 MEG find?
Y8 MEG failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside front inner anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush; nearside front side repeater not working; offside front inner anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush, and 9 more.

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