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MK09 FYC

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

119,367 mi
Last recorded119,367 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK09 FYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 119,367 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 116,206 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 113,531 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 11 Mar 2023 110,260 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))

Fail 11 Mar 2023 110,260 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))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 106,325 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 101,499 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 97,707 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 86,993 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 76,402 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 74,131 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 71,823 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 69,215 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 67,957 miles

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2013 66,288 miles

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 62,913 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 62,913 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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MK09 FYC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MK09 FYC, 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

How do I check the history of MK09 FYC?

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What year was MK09 FYC registered?

MK09 FYC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is MK09 FYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK09 FYC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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