2009 Mercedes SLK 1.8L Petrol · T99 PAT

The vehicle presents a stable and positive roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean pass in the most recent MOT on 13 July 2026 at 45,679 miles. This follows two consecutive years of defect-free testing in 2024 and 2025. The maintenance trend shows a clear improvement from previous years where minor consumable issues were present. The absence of any advisories or defects in the last three annual tests suggests the vehicle is currently being maintained to a high standard. The mileage history confirms this is a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 2,687 miles per year over its seventeen-year lifespan. The progression from 15,666 miles in May 2013 to 45,679 miles in July 2026 shows very consistent, low-intensity usage without any significant periods of neglect or sudden high-mileage spikes. This steady pattern typically indicates a vehicle that has been kept in a controlled environment rather than subjected to heavy daily commuting. A buyer should pay close attention to the condition of the tyres, as the records show a recurring pattern of perishing and cracking on both nearside and offside rear tyres between 2021 and 2023. While these issues appear resolved in the 2024 through 2026 tests, the history of sidewall cracking suggests the rubber may degrade due to age rather than tread wear. It is advisable to check the manufacture dates on all tyres to ensure they are not nearing the end of their structural life despite having sufficient tread. The 2017 test flagged slight play in both front wheel bearings, though no further issues with the hubs or bearings have appeared in subsequent inspections. Given the low mileage and the potential for rubber components to perish during long periods of inactivity, a physical inspection of suspension bushes and various seals is recommended. The mechanical history is otherwise remarkably clean, with only minor, easily rectifiable issues like a broken fuel cap strap or a faulty wiper blade appearing in the earlier years of the record.