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R8 KYP

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,714 mi
Last recorded7,714 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 KYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2025 7,714 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres have slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 7,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to crack on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 6,963 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 6,378 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 6,341 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 6,318 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 6,214 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 6,107 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 6,064 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2016 5,922 miles

covers trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2015 5,757 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 6 Dec 2014 5,591 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 5,174 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 4,590 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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R8 KYP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R8 KYP, 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 R8 KYP registered?

R8 KYP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 16 December 2009.

Is R8 KYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 KYP shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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