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BV59 EYZ

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,927 mi
Last recorded124,927 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 EYZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 124,927 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 124,927 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 114,505 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 105,536 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 93,630 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 79,252 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 66,596 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2016 66,596 miles

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 57,187 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

front to rear brake pipes hidden behind fuel tank and under-trays so not inspected

Pass 1 Oct 2014 44,837 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pedal rubber anti-slip provision has wear

front to rear brake pipes hidden behind fuel tank and under-trays so not inspected

nearside rear brake pads wearing down

Pass 26 Nov 2013 32,349 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Nov 2012 22,831 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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BV59 EYZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BV59 EYZ, 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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BV59 EYZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 11 September 2009.

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