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GK59 BVV

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,703 mi
Last recorded49,703 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 BVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 49,703 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 49,013 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 48,530 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 47,540 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 46,161 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 45,496 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Dec 2020 45,496 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 44,780 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 42,700 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 42,686 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2018 40,432 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 38,734 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 37,014 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)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 30,247 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 22,751 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 15,408 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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GK59 BVV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 GK59 BVV, 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 GK59 BVV registered?

GK59 BVV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 12 November 2009.

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