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AK07 KVD

2007 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

108,859 mi
Last recorded108,859 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz R-class87,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK07 KVD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 108,859 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 101,755 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 96,679 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 91,636 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 86,285 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 81,695 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 78,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 3/4000 miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 2.0 mm (limit 1.6 mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jan 2020 78,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 3/4000 miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 2.0 mm (limit 1.6 mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 71,832 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2019 71,688 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 66,083 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s.rear parking brake slightly down on effort (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 59,330 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 53,716 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 49,666 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 43,239 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 37,303 miles

Cut in outer sidewall of nearside rear tyre but not showing cords

Washer jets blocked but still provides adequate liquid

Pass 3 Apr 2012 32,603 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brakes worn low

Rear brakes worn low

Pass 19 Apr 2011 27,744 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front tyres craking and splitting

Front tyres wearing on edges

N/S/F and centre washers only 1 jet working in each

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2010 23,170 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Mudflap on O/S/F lose

glow plug light on

rear wiper split

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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AK07 KVD is a 2007 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AK07 KVD, 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.

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What year was AK07 KVD registered?

AK07 KVD is a 2007 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 19 April 2007.

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