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A8 JKW

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,675 mi
Last recorded21,675 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 JKW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 21,675 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose slightly pitted (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose slightly pitted (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Aug 2026 21,675 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose slightly pitted (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE BALD ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose slightly pitted (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 19,829 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Aug 2025 19,829 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 18,085 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Aug 2024 18,085 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 15,907 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 14,069 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose greased (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 13,224 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 12,871 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2020 12,871 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 11,727 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 11,727 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 10,929 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 9,465 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to wearing low

Offside Rear Tyre starting to wear low

Pass 24 Aug 2016 8,228 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 7,126 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 5,956 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2013 4,080 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 24 Aug 2012 3,278 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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A8 JKW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 47,311 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 JKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 JKW registered?

A8 JKW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 28 August 2009.

Is A8 JKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 JKW shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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