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CRZ 8493

2008 Mercedes-benz R-class

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

144,837 mi
Last recorded144,837 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class85,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRZ 8493
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 144,837 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 138,711 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2025 138,708 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 138,148 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 127,185 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 119,891 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2022 119,699 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 113,889 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 107,350 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 101,106 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 91,306 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 78,943 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 68,742 miles

child seat fitted s unable to inspect seat belts fully

Pass 23 Sep 2014 57,372 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 54,086 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Dec 2012 45,867 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 37,989 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 29,961 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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CRZ 8493 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CRZ 8493, 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 CRZ 8493 registered?

CRZ 8493 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is CRZ 8493 safe to buy?

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