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AK07 KVU

2007 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

111,552 mi
Last recorded111,552 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz R-class87,158 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 111,552 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 9 Feb 2018 111,552 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Feb 2017 98,874 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 98,870 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 91,746 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 91,654 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 73,807 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 73,802 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 57,215 miles

Child seat fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2013 46,177 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 43,835 miles

both front tyres worn on edgdes

Fail 26 Oct 2012 43,835 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front tyres worn on edgdes

Pass 24 May 2012 41,543 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside number plate lamp has slightly reduced light output

Fail 23 May 2012 41,533 miles

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

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside number plate lamp has slightly reduced light output

Pass 27 Jun 2011 35,233 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 27,685 miles

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

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 KVU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KVU, 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

How do I check the history of AK07 KVU?

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What year was AK07 KVU registered?

AK07 KVU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 23 May 2007.

Is AK07 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK07 KVU shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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