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XAP 947

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

96,985 mi
Last recorded96,985 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAP 947
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 96,985 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 95,001 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 91,867 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 88,877 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2021 86,656 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 85,135 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 19 Mar 2020 85,133 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 80,534 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipe's greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close to wear bar indicator's (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 75,559 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 69,470 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 62,392 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 54,600 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 48,143 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 37,421 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 26,947 miles

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

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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XAP 947 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 XAP 947, 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 XAP 947 registered?

XAP 947 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is XAP 947 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAP 947 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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