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SK57 EER

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

80,988 mi
Last recorded80,988 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK57 EER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 80,988 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 78,727 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking within tread pattern and worn on both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking within outer tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking within outer tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking within outer tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 73,553 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Oct 2023 73,553 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 66,883 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted / scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted / scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Oct 2022 66,883 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted / scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted / scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 62,400 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres are perished and cracking badly on the outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 62,400 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres are perished and cracking badly on the outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 55,742 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 52,449 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2017 47,371 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2016 39,381 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 33,276 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 33,276 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 26,954 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 26,954 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 20,816 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 14,974 miles

rear tyres worn slight in middle of tread on 3mm

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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SK57 EER 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 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SK57 EER, 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 SK57 EER registered?

SK57 EER is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is SK57 EER safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK57 EER shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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