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AN08 OXA

2008 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

75,576 mi
Last recorded75,576 miles
Recorded on13 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class85,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 OXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2020 75,576 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 75,576 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 70,473 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2019 70,471 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2018 63,782 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 3 Jan 2018 63,782 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 62,569 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 62,569 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2016 62,542 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour blue (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 56,477 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 50,861 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 408,003 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 33,195 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 27,789 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 27,456 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 24,566 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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AN08 OXA is a 2008 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 68.8%.

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 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 AN08 OXA, 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 AN08 OXA registered?

AN08 OXA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AN08 OXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 OXA shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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