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LG59 HCJ

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,399 mi
Last recorded42,399 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 HCJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 42,399 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 41,093 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 39,952 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2024 39,952 miles

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jan 2023 38,670 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 36,837 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 34,403 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 33,001 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 31,791 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 30,408 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 27,959 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 26,160 miles

under trays fitted unable to inspect components

Pass 15 Jan 2015 24,249 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2014 23,083 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2013 21,115 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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LG59 HCJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LG59 HCJ, 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 LG59 HCJ registered?

LG59 HCJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is LG59 HCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 HCJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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