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YN09 DLD

2009 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,255 mi
Last recorded79,255 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk47,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN09 DLD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 79,255 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 76,689 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 76,683 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 74,371 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 71,616 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 69,045 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 67,202 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 63,993 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 59,007 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 53,228 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 48,628 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 47,392 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 47,392 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 36,983 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 29,906 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 20,767 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 16,901 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 16,901 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YN09 DLD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 YN09 DLD, 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 YN09 DLD registered?

YN09 DLD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 5 March 2009.

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