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SK09 KWJ

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,883 mi
Last recorded55,883 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK09 KWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 55,883 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear of the two bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 49,546 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2023 43,670 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 May 2023 43,670 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too low both low adjuster wasnt on zero (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2022 39,346 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 33,880 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 32,370 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2020 32,368 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2019 31,516 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 29,772 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 27,908 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 22,994 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 16,873 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 12,428 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 9,389 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 7,255 miles

rubber perishing on rear tyres

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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SK09 KWJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SK09 KWJ, 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.

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What year was SK09 KWJ registered?

SK09 KWJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is SK09 KWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK09 KWJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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