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DE59 OJW

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,451 mi
Last recorded23,451 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE59 OJW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 23,451 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 19,891 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 18,011 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 16,710 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 16,354 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 16,354 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 16,054 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 14,485 miles

Front tyres have got cuts in outer sidewalls not exposing cords

Pass 22 Sep 2017 13,669 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged

o/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged

Pass 14 Sep 2016 12,841 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 11,289 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Approx 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Approx 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 9,203 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 8,273 miles

Nearside front tyre has damaged sidewall - not to cords

Offside front tyre has damaged sidewall - not to cords

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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DE59 OJW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DE59 OJW, 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 DE59 OJW registered?

DE59 OJW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 8 October 2009.

Is DE59 OJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE59 OJW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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