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AR08 UND

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

145,122 mi
Last recorded145,122 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR08 UND
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 145,122 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 141,421 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 134,379 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 126,000 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 126,000 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 118,594 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 108,785 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 95,326 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 92,325 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 84,909 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 84,909 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (1.7.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 72,176 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 59,053 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 46,749 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 45,533 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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AR08 UND is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 3,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AR08 UND, 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 AR08 UND registered?

AR08 UND is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is AR08 UND safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR08 UND shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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