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MV59 RZR

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,306 mi
Last recorded51,306 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV59 RZR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 51,306 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2026 51,283 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 50,135 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 48,381 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 46,616 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2023 46,616 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 45,123 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 42,061 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 42,061 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both, cross strut arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 40,904 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 40,904 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 39,770 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2019 39,768 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 36,840 miles

Covers in engine bay and undertrays fitted obscuring and preventing inspection of some components

Pass 4 Feb 2017 35,279 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 33,296 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 31,529 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 28,271 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 21,663 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2013 21,663 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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MV59 RZR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MV59 RZR, 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 MV59 RZR?

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What year was MV59 RZR registered?

MV59 RZR is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is MV59 RZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV59 RZR shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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