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GY59 FBV

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,342 mi
Last recorded56,342 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 FBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2026 56,342 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 55,592 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 55,555 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2023 54,663 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 54,635 miles

corrosion to the underside of the vehicle in multiple areas including prescribed areas

Pass 16 Apr 2021 54,377 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 54,012 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 52,570 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 50,947 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 48,769 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 46,435 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 44,778 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Nov 2013 43,116 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 41,204 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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GY59 FBV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 GY59 FBV, 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 GY59 FBV registered?

GY59 FBV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is GY59 FBV safe to buy?

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