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HV09 SMX

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,828 mi
Last recorded41,828 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV09 SMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 41,828 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 40,971 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 40,412 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 39,642 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 38,518 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 37,251 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 35,997 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 33,888 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 31,494 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 30,727 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 28,526 miles

Nearside Front tyre bald inner edge

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

Pass 21 Nov 2014 25,620 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2014 25,620 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 19,239 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 11,632 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 4,809 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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HV09 SMX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HV09 SMX, 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 HV09 SMX registered?

HV09 SMX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is HV09 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV09 SMX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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