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HY09 EWZ

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

57,184 mi
Last recorded57,184 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY09 EWZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 57,184 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 56,525 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 55,227 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on both edges

Pass 27 Apr 2023 53,428 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 52,157 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing

Pass 5 May 2021 51,541 miles

offside front tyre is wearing on edges

Pass 12 Jul 2019 49,793 miles

nearside front tyre is wearing on edges

Pass 23 Jul 2018 48,109 miles

nearside front tyre is wearing on edges

Pass 19 Jul 2017 46,997 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 44,106 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 42,689 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 37,696 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 32,909 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 23,773 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 17,246 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 17,246 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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HY09 EWZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc 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 HY09 EWZ, 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 HY09 EWZ registered?

HY09 EWZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is HY09 EWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY09 EWZ 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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