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CN58 LJA

2008 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

164,719 mi
Last recorded164,719 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class85,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN58 LJA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 164,719 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Nov 2012 38,157 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 38,157 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 31,328 miles

exhaust bracket snapped

glow plug light on

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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CN58 LJA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 CN58 LJA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CN58 LJA registered?

CN58 LJA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is CN58 LJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN58 LJA shows 4 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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