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A11 CAJ

2008 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

103,323 mi
Last recorded103,323 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class85,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 CAJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 103,323 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged perished on inside edge,could do with changing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 102,733 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 99,043 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 94,504 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 90,929 miles

Front tyres getting low

Pass 22 Aug 2020 87,125 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 82,741 miles

Nearside Rear tyre just above legal limit

Offside Rear tyre just above legal limit

Pass 8 Sep 2018 75,998 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 75,998 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 69,291 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

n/s/f tyre tread starting to split

Pass 7 Sep 2016 62,028 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 54,053 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 47,296 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 41,703 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 35,213 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 25,561 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz R-class?

Based on 63,579 MOT tests across 4,470 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
7,608
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
4,470
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 919
position lamp(s) not working 728
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 598
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 581
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 407
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A11 CAJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 85,603 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz R-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 919 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A11 CAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz R-class typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz R-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A11 CAJ registered?

A11 CAJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 9 September 2008.

Is A11 CAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 CAJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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