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CB09 SLK

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Purple Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,884 mi
Last recorded56,884 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCB09 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 56,884 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 53,063 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 53,062 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 52,255 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 May 2023 49,344 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 46,945 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 42,840 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 38,963 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 38,963 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 33,976 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 30,126 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 25,965 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 25,759 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 24,023 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2015 21,631 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 18,003 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 14,146 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 10,700 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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CB09 SLK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Purple with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CB09 SLK, 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 CB09 SLK registered?

CB09 SLK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 26 May 2009.

Is CB09 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CB09 SLK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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