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BV09 HVG

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,368 mi
Last recorded116,368 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 HVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 116,368 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nsr lowest (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 113,956 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 16 May 2024 110,872 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 108,579 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 8 Mar 2023 108,313 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2022 105,807 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section near Y pipe (6.1.2 (a))

engine cover & under tray fitted

Fail 3 Mar 2022 105,798 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section near Y pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2021 103,610 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 101,995 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 99,806 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 97,815 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 93,584 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 80,553 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 80,552 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 66,416 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 50,700 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 32,607 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 25,730 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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BV09 HVG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BV09 HVG, 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 BV09 HVG registered?

BV09 HVG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 10 March 2009.

Is BV09 HVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV09 HVG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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