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AO59 RXP

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

108,594 mi
Last recorded108,594 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 RXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 108,594 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 105,055 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 97,379 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 89,905 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 89,905 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 84,626 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 10 Dec 2021 84,625 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 7 Dec 2020 78,400 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 72,199 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 63,831 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 55,852 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 46,411 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 38,750 miles

Rear Seat belts not tested due to all rear seats folded

Fail 30 Dec 2015 38,750 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Seat belts not tested due to all rear seats folded

Pass 16 Dec 2014 33,763 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 28,696 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Dec 2012 21,644 miles

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

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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AO59 RXP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AO59 RXP, 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 AO59 RXP?

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What year was AO59 RXP registered?

AO59 RXP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 29 December 2009.

Is AO59 RXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO59 RXP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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