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BJ09 HPV

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

95,745 mi
Last recorded95,745 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ09 HPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 95,745 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 95,745 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 93,278 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 90,347 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 87,434 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 85,055 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 82,612 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 80,508 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 74,602 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 71,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on edges (Borderline) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 66,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm on edges (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Mar 2016 60,577 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 9 Mar 2015 55,121 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 49,678 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 44,591 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 37,542 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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BJ09 HPV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BJ09 HPV, 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 BJ09 HPV?

You can check the full history of BJ09 HPV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BJ09 HPV registered?

BJ09 HPV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is BJ09 HPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ09 HPV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ09 HPV have outstanding finance?

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