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GF09 LJU

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

61,124 mi
Last recorded61,124 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF09 LJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 61,124 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 61,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 94W XL rapid (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 58,298 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 58,298 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 55,206 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2021 55,206 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 W XL Kumho (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/40/17 Y XL Goodyear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall damaged and tread perished 225/45/17 W XL Kumho (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 54,245 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, light cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 52,049 miles

front discs wearing, rear discs wearing and pads low,

Pass 20 Aug 2018 48,706 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 44,123 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 44,071 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 39,169 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 38,774 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 38,774 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 34,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2014 31,420 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 23 May 2013 27,485 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2013 27,485 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 22,036 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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GF09 LJU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 GF09 LJU, 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 GF09 LJU registered?

GF09 LJU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 May 2009.

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