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PS59 SLK

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

57,071 mi
Last recorded57,071 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPS59 SLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 57,071 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 56,505 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 55,350 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 54,620 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 53,176 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 52,101 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 51,291 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 50,076 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 48,912 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 47,600 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 44,149 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 43,625 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear side of y pipe cracked and blowing

Pass 29 Sep 2015 41,225 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 39,674 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 29,908 miles

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

Small slight split in the inner side wall on the n/s/f tyre. Not deep enough to show cords.

Pass 2 Oct 2012 19,290 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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PS59 SLK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PS59 SLK, 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 PS59 SLK registered?

PS59 SLK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is PS59 SLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PS59 SLK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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