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S9 RKV

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,274 mi
Last recorded37,274 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS9 RKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 37,274 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 36,520 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 35,426 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 34,946 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2023 34,945 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 34,469 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 33,961 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 33,352 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 31,946 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 30,514 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 30,514 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 29,165 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 29,165 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 27,696 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cut on the outer wall

Pass 30 Jan 2015 26,365 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2014 24,400 miles

Offside rear tyre worn to 2mm tread indicators.

Pass 4 Jun 2013 22,470 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2012 17,980 miles

unable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

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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S9 RKV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S9 RKV, 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 S9 RKV?

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What year was S9 RKV registered?

S9 RKV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 9 April 2009.

Is S9 RKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S9 RKV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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