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BW08 YKM

2008 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Petrol 3490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2025
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,109 mi
Last recorded34,109 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class85,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW08 YKM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,490cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2024 34,109 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 54,543 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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BW08 YKM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 3,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BW08 YKM, 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 BW08 YKM registered?

BW08 YKM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is BW08 YKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW08 YKM shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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