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SV09 GUO

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

94,822 mi
Last recorded94,822 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV09 GUO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 94,822 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 93,597 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 93,597 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2024 90,588 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 90,558 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2023 86,743 miles

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

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

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 82,438 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 77,588 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 77,588 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2020 72,056 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 67,645 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 34,772 miles

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of under vehicle

Pass 11 Feb 2016 33,917 miles

n/s/r brake pipe corroded

Fail 11 Feb 2016 33,916 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

n/s/r brake pipe corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2015 31,330 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 29,041 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 26,538 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Feb 2013 26,534 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 23,940 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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SV09 GUO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 SV09 GUO, 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 SV09 GUO registered?

SV09 GUO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is SV09 GUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV09 GUO shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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