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FY59 WGX

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,219 mi
Last recorded15,219 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 WGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2026 15,219 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low (225/40zr18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 14,926 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 14,230 miles

Lower Lower Under trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 15 Jul 2022 13,843 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 12,390 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 11 Sep 2019 12,370 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 12,352 miles

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

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

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Dec 2015 10,948 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)

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Dec 2014 10,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2013 9,289 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2012 8,537 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FY59 WGX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FY59 WGX, 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 FY59 WGX registered?

FY59 WGX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is FY59 WGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 WGX shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY59 WGX have outstanding finance?

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