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FY09 ONL

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,509 mi
Last recorded51,509 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 ONL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 51,509 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2025 49,851 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2024 48,174 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 48,171 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 46,733 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 45,498 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front and rear brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 44,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 43,164 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 41,144 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 41,144 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 37,917 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 34,703 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 32,978 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 30,411 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 24,490 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 19,563 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 16,745 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 14,495 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 14,495 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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FY09 ONL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FY09 ONL, 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 FY09 ONL?

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What year was FY09 ONL registered?

FY09 ONL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 24 March 2009.

Is FY09 ONL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY09 ONL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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