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AO59 UUX

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

113,782 mi
Last recorded113,782 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 UUX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 113,782 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 112,559 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off slightly damaged (0.1 (a))

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

Fail 8 Nov 2021 112,559 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off slightly damaged (0.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 104,737 miles

Front numberplate cracked however not likely to be misread

Offside front mirror housing has slight movement but does not affect the view to the rear

Undertray slightly loose but is still secure

Pass 14 Nov 2019 97,853 miles

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

Offside Front wing damage

Fail 4 Nov 2019 97,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Front wing damage

Pass 21 Nov 2018 94,122 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2018 94,121 miles

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 87,861 miles

Front numberplate cracked

Glow plug warning light on

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 81,315 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 74,545 miles

Both front tyres are on 3mm wearing thin

Pass 6 Nov 2014 65,594 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 56,255 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 37,755 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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AO59 UUX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 3,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UUX, 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.

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What year was AO59 UUX registered?

AO59 UUX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 13 November 2009.

Is AO59 UUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO59 UUX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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