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AF07 YYX

2007 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,092 mi
Last recorded60,092 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz R-class87,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF07 YYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 60,092 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 44,169 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 37,245 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 37,245 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 30,135 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 29,749 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 28,628 miles

Both head lamp aim poor image

Rear Both rear tyres cracking

Fail 25 Mar 2021 28,628 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Both head lamp aim poor image

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Both rear tyres cracking

Pass 5 Feb 2020 27,497 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 25,956 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 25,284 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 23,352 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 22,610 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 21,908 miles

display shows o,s,rear light fault but all ok

Fail 30 Jan 2015 21,884 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

centre exhaust bracket broken

Pass 7 Mar 2014 21,336 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs corroding lightly

Fail 7 Mar 2014 21,336 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs corroding lightly

Pass 19 Feb 2013 19,047 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front and rear and nearside rear tyres perishing

Pass 24 Feb 2012 16,947 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 10,896 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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AF07 YYX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 87,158 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 AF07 YYX, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz R-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF07 YYX registered?

AF07 YYX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 13 March 2007.

Is AF07 YYX safe to buy?

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