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LX59 XFR

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

21,049 mi
Last recorded21,049 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX59 XFR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 21,049 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2026 21,049 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2025 20,708 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 19,667 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 19,647 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 19,637 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 19,361 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 18,895 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 18,895 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken Broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

All Brake Disc's Corroded.

Pass 24 Oct 2018 18,565 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 18,530 miles

Front tyres cracking

Pass 29 Oct 2016 18,353 miles

Nearside Rear slight vibration from wheel bearing

cracks on edge of tyres

Fail 26 Oct 2016 18,353 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear slight vibration from wheel bearing

cracks on edge of tyres

Pass 30 Oct 2015 18,125 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 17,700 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 16,709 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 15,724 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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LX59 XFR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LX59 XFR, 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 LX59 XFR registered?

LX59 XFR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 20 October 2009.

Is LX59 XFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX59 XFR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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