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LG59 HFS

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,178 mi
Last recorded76,178 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 HFS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 76,178 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2026 76,178 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 72,591 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 69,594 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2024 69,593 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively TO BE TESTED (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 66,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2023 66,051 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 62,925 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 60,192 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 58,265 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 55,704 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 54,697 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 51,081 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 46,826 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 41,836 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 33,946 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 28,725 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 21,438 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 HFS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HFS, 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 LG59 HFS registered?

LG59 HFS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is LG59 HFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 HFS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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