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SD09 VZJ

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,424 mi
Last recorded45,424 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD09 VZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 45,424 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 40,791 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 39,232 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 38,041 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 35,509 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 32,195 miles

Nearside PARKING BRAKE ISN'T GREAT

Fail 11 Aug 2017 32,115 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE WORN ON THE EDGES

Nearside PARKING BRAKE ISN'T GREAT

Pass 15 Aug 2016 28,865 miles

Both front tyres are worn on the inner edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

only just passed parking brake performance

Pass 14 Aug 2015 24,612 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 20,694 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 14,575 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 10,971 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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SD09 VZJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SD09 VZJ, 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 SD09 VZJ registered?

SD09 VZJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 12 April 2009.

Is SD09 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD09 VZJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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