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FY09 YXP

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025
Fail 24 Jun 2025

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022
Fail 31 May 2022

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020
Fail 22 Oct 2020

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2019

all brake discs have light corrosion

both rear tyres at 2mm

n/s/f tyre cracking on outer side wall

Fail 29 Mar 2019

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint facing up (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

all brake discs have light corrosion

both rear tyres at 2mm

n/s/f tyre cracking on outer side wall

Pass 2 Aug 2017 41,329 miles

HANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY ON THE LIMIT

Pass 22 Jul 2016 38,020 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015
Pass 22 Jul 2014 28,574 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 28,573 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 25,708 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 25,708 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 22,742 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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FY09 YXP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 FY09 YXP, 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 FY09 YXP registered?

FY09 YXP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 10 June 2009.

Is FY09 YXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY09 YXP shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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