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FL59 FXC

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,934 mi
Last recorded55,934 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 FXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 55,934 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 54,227 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 52,372 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 50,358 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 48,445 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 46,739 miles

front discs need changing soon

Pass 11 Mar 2020 45,957 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 39,989 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 34,325 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 30,568 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 30,568 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 26,692 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 26,252 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 26,181 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 23,307 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 17,224 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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FL59 FXC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black 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 FL59 FXC, 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 FL59 FXC registered?

FL59 FXC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is FL59 FXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 FXC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL59 FXC have outstanding finance?

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