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SP09 MZJ

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

41,172 mi
Last recorded41,172 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 MZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 41,172 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 38,882 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage/perishing to outer shoulder/sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 38,882 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage/perishing to outer shoulder/sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 37,072 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 37,072 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 35,718 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 34,083 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 31,149 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2019 27,875 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2018 25,468 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 23,809 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 22,409 miles

the front brake discs are corroding.

the front tyres are sterting to split.

Pass 14 Nov 2015 20,691 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 18,790 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 17,028 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 15,193 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 13,313 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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SP09 MZJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 SP09 MZJ, 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 SP09 MZJ registered?

SP09 MZJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 13 April 2009.

Is SP09 MZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP09 MZJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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