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BJ61 HLK

2011 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

103,016 mi
Last recorded103,016 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class80,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 HLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 103,016 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 95,106 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower wishbone, rear bush worn. Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outer edge and worn sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Suspension on nearside sitting low - recommend having system checked

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges and sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Aug 2022 95,106 miles

Nearside Front Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower wishbone, rear bush worn. Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outer edge and worn sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges and sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 43,949 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 85,523 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 83,186 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 80,954 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 77,200 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 72,694 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 62,867 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 37,764 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BJ61 HLK is a 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 80,225 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 BJ61 HLK, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz R-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ61 HLK registered?

BJ61 HLK is a 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 21 October 2011.

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