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LR59 GZY

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

40,147 mi
Last recorded40,147 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 GZY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 40,147 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 39,675 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in two places (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 38,936 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 38,092 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2022 38,092 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 37,241 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))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 36,801 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 36,020 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 34,477 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 33,126 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 30,273 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 27,039 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 23,815 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 21,490 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 15,751 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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LR59 GZY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue 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 LR59 GZY, 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 LR59 GZY registered?

LR59 GZY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LR59 GZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 GZY 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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