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LS09 XJE

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

137,440 mi
Last recorded137,440 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS09 XJE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 137,440 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 134,707 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 128,868 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 123,737 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 118,922 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 109,779 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 99,307 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 88,620 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 76,710 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 76,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2016 64,828 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 64,638 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 May 2015 53,011 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 40,977 miles

Offside dipped beam low light output

Rear brake pads worn low

Pass 17 Jun 2013 27,237 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

crack in windscreen outside drivers view of the road

offside front tyre worn on inner edge and perrishing

Pass 29 Jun 2012 17,772 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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LS09 XJE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LS09 XJE, 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 LS09 XJE registered?

LS09 XJE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is LS09 XJE safe to buy?

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