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A9 VVX

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

144,701 mi
Last recorded144,701 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 VVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 144,701 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 116,612 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 116,612 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 104,191 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 94,870 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 86,175 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 76,885 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 64,148 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 54,423 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 54,423 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 45,774 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 31,349 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 20,015 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 3 Jan 2012 20,015 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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A9 VVX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 84,782 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 A9 VVX, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz R-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A9 VVX?

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What year was A9 VVX registered?

A9 VVX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 30 January 2009.

Is A9 VVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 VVX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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