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EK09 CTV

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,572 mi
Last recorded82,572 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK09 CTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 82,572 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 82,541 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 82,541 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 81,682 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 81,429 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 81,429 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 80,780 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 80,780 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 79,657 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 73,542 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2019 73,542 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front 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 9 Oct 2018 60,257 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 48,062 miles

engine oil on minimum level

Pass 20 Sep 2016 34,835 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 34,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 18,837 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 17,710 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2014 14,200 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2013 10,993 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2012 8,253 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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EK09 CTV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 EK09 CTV, 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

How do I check the history of EK09 CTV?

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What year was EK09 CTV registered?

EK09 CTV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 17 April 2009.

Is EK09 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK09 CTV 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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