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DK08 XVX

2008 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

146,276 mi
Last recorded146,276 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class85,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 XVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2024 146,276 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front undertray fitted

Rear both side coil spring corroded

Rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 6 May 2023 136,004 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 123,006 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 115,709 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 90,638 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 81,976 miles

Engine cover and Under-Tray cover fitted

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 80,090 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 77,253 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 73,615 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 71,610 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 65,261 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 60,384 miles

All 4 tyres wearing thin.

Diesel smoke emissions too clean to be recorded - no printout.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 52,394 miles

front inner brake pads appear to be getting low

lip on front brake discs

small stonechips in windscreen

Fail 23 Feb 2011 51,870 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front inner brake pads appear to be getting low

lip on front brake discs

small stonechips in windscreen

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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DK08 XVX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DK08 XVX, 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

How do I check the history of DK08 XVX?

You can check the full history of DK08 XVX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DK08 XVX registered?

DK08 XVX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DK08 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 XVX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK08 XVX have outstanding finance?

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