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FP09 CLJ

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

63,766 mi
Last recorded63,766 miles
Recorded on5 May 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP09 CLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2021 63,766 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 59,216 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 55,093 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lightly above sub frame (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Apr 2019 55,093 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lightly above sub frame (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 49,233 miles

Both rear tyres wearing thin approx. 3.0mm

Long travel on handbrake

Misting of oil around engine

N/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under trays fitted obscuring some components from view

Fail 26 Mar 2018 49,233 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Both rear tyres wearing thin approx. 3.0mm

Long travel on handbrake

Misting of oil around engine

N/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under trays fitted obscuring some components from view

Pass 6 Apr 2017 43,599 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 36,860 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 30,630 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 30,629 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 21,338 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2013 11,920 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2012 5,801 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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FP09 CLJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 FP09 CLJ, 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 FP09 CLJ registered?

FP09 CLJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 21 May 2009.

Is FP09 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP09 CLJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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