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V1 DHV

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,936 mi
Last recorded22,936 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV1 DHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 22,936 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 22,145 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 21,257 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 21,255 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre excessively cracking and showing cords in-between cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre excessively cracking and showing cords in-between cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2023 20,438 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 19,674 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear and offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 18,835 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 31 Jul 2020 17,650 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 17,650 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 16,318 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 16,318 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 19 Jul 2018 14,942 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 13,707 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 11,908 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 9,822 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 8,121 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 6,584 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 5,293 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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V1 DHV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V1 DHV, 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 V1 DHV registered?

V1 DHV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is V1 DHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V1 DHV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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