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L444 EAB

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,957 mi
Last recorded75,957 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL444 EAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 75,957 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 72,765 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 69,851 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2024 69,851 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 64,371 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 64,371 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm as marked. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 59,569 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2022 59,569 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 52,636 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 49,800 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 40,898 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 31,288 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 25,189 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 20,056 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 11,516 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 10,570 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 10,570 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

offside front shock absorber close to fouling wheel due to incorrect wheel fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2013 10,482 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 10,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 8,390 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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L444 EAB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L444 EAB, 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.

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What year was L444 EAB registered?

L444 EAB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is L444 EAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L444 EAB shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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