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BT07 OBT

2008 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,535 mi
Last recorded99,535 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class85,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT07 OBT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 99,535 miles

front / rear brake pipes slight corrosion

front and rear brake pads low

n/s/r reflecter cracked

Fail 16 Jan 2017 99,535 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front / rear brake pipes slight corrosion

front and rear brake pads low

n/s/r reflecter cracked

Pass 11 Jan 2016 89,103 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 77,715 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 77,715 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

both rear tyres 3mm offside front tyre 3mm

Pass 25 Nov 2013 67,924 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 51,017 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 34,803 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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BT07 OBT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BT07 OBT, 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 BT07 OBT registered?

BT07 OBT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 15 October 2008.

Is BT07 OBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT07 OBT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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