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VU09 HMA

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

85,788 mi
Last recorded85,788 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 HMA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 85,788 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2025 81,218 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 80,366 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 79,308 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SLIGHT CRACKING IN TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SLIGHT CRACKING IN TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 77,769 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 76,274 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 74,960 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 69,065 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 60,908 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 58,011 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 54,626 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 51,291 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 46,112 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 42,960 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 39,285 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 33,378 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 33,368 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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VU09 HMA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VU09 HMA, 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 VU09 HMA registered?

VU09 HMA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is VU09 HMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU09 HMA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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