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E8 SLK

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,916 mi
Last recorded87,916 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE8 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 87,916 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2025 84,383 miles

covers under vehicle full inspection of pipes etc cannot be carried out

Fail 28 Apr 2025 84,383 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

covers under vehicle full inspection of pipes etc cannot be carried out

Pass 26 Apr 2024 81,358 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively o\s and n\s (1.2.1 (e))

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

covers under vehicle full inspection of pipes etc cannot be carried out

Fail 22 Apr 2024 81,358 miles

Emissions unable to be completed major ex leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating o\s and n\s (1.2.1 (e))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively o\s and n\s (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

covers under vehicle full inspection of pipes etc cannot be carried out

Pass 21 Apr 2023 78,306 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 73,263 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o\s and n\s (1.1.11 (c))

covers under vehicle full inspection off pipes etc cannot be carried out

Pass 26 Apr 2021 65,954 miles

covers under vehicle full inspection off pipes ect cannot be carried out

Pass 26 Nov 2019 61,694 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 54,333 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2017 48,404 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 41,495 miles

o/s/f thrust arm bush cracking

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 7 Dec 2015 35,256 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 32,664 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 28,843 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 25,290 miles

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

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

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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E8 SLK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E8 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.

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What year was E8 SLK registered?

E8 SLK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 December 2009.

Is E8 SLK safe to buy?

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