MOT Status
ValidMileage
65,532 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
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))
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearward lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside front tyre has cuts on outer side wall
Nearside front tyre slightly worn on inner and outer edges
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge
Front Registration plate incorrect SPACED (0.1 (c))
Rear Registration plate incorrect SPACED (0.1 (c))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced front and rear (6.3.4a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?
Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VU59 FKP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 VU59 FKP, 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
How do I check the history of VU59 FKP?
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What year was VU59 FKP registered?
VU59 FKP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 4 December 2009.
Is VU59 FKP safe to buy?
The MOT history for VU59 FKP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VU59 FKP have outstanding finance?
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