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Mercedes-Benz SLK

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

YLJ 907MOT history

YLJ 907 is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 11 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 109,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
109,645 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YLJ 907
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

YLJ 907 was last recorded at 109,645 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,633 miles · 16 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
4,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,645 miles
  • 2025 – 109,197 miles
  • 2024 – 104,895 miles
  • 2023 – 103,136 miles
  • 2021 – 102,475 miles
  • 2020 – 101,466 miles
  • 2016 – 79,120 miles
  • 2015 – 72,391 miles
  • 2014 – 62,305 miles
  • 2013 – 58,570 miles
  • 2012 – 53,989 miles
  • 2011 – 52,432 miles
  • 2010 – 47,637 miles
  • 2009 – 42,153 miles
  • 2008 – 36,336 miles
  • 2007 – 31,851 miles
  • 2006 – 20,530 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,645 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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, 2021–2026

  • Both front headlights condensated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,645 miles (+12)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    109,645 miles
    Test number
    251716912288
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail109,633 miles (+436)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,633 miles
    Test number
    598027360019
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around all welding joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted as standard

  3. Pass109,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    109,197 miles
    Test number
    820863928466
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers corroded

  4. Fail109,197 miles (+4,302)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,197 miles
    Test number
    386245576147
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers corroded

  5. Pass104,895 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    104,895 miles
    Test number
    470525922149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail104,895 miles (+1,759)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,895 miles
    Test number
    398186642113
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass103,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    103,136 miles
    Test number
    832520827690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail103,136 miles (+661)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,136 miles
    Test number
    230323773398
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass102,475 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    102,475 miles
    Test number
    613104066447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail102,473 miles (+1,007)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,473 miles
    Test number
    458099049992
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass101,466 miles (+22,346)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    101,466 miles
    Test number
    968347485181
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm worn inner shoulder / perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn inner and outer shoulders and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass79,120 miles (+6,729)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,120 miles
    Test number
    646465603071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,391 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,391 miles
    Test number
    470389740053
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlights condensated

  14. Fail72,391 miles (+10,086)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,391 miles
    Test number
    955667063979
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlights condensated
    • AdvisoryWater pump worn and noisy

  15. Pass62,305 miles (+3,735)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    62,305 miles
    Test number
    666450754049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in front wheel bearings

  16. Pass58,570 miles (+4,581)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    58,570 miles
    Test number
    849608853072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,989 miles (+1,557)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,989 miles
    Test number
    545602962012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,432 miles (+4,795)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    52,432 miles
    Test number
    989481131187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,637 miles (+5,484)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,637 miles
    Test number
    910653250157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,153 miles (+5,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,153 miles
    Test number
    264586759130
    • 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)

  21. Pass36,336 miles (+4,485)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,336 miles
    Test number
    951848258141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,851 miles (+2,441)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,851 miles
    Test number
    953203367185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,410 miles (+8,880)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    29,410 miles
    Test number
    352230437034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    20,530 miles
    Test number
    834711436063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about YLJ 907

What vehicle is registration YLJ 907 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YLJ 907 on a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 11 Sept 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does YLJ 907 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on YLJ 907 is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on YLJ 907?
The MOT on YLJ 907 is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has YLJ 907 done?
YLJ 907 was recorded at 109,645 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 4,365 miles a year.
Has YLJ 907 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YLJ 907 has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on YLJ 907 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 YLJ 907 find?
YLJ 907 passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 6 more.

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