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AY08 KKT

2008 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,683 mi
Last recorded83,683 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class85,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 KKT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 83,683 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 78,939 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 70,660 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 68,679 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 68,660 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam aim not tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured on both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 67,404 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/S of central row ()

Fail 4 Jul 2020 67,382 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 66,099 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt unable to test seat belt due to child seat in vehicle ()

Pass 12 Sep 2018 63,944 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 61,219 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 54,729 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 50,691 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 45,510 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 40,295 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 36,666 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 33,301 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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AY08 KKT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 AY08 KKT, 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 AY08 KKT registered?

AY08 KKT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is AY08 KKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 KKT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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