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EJ09 FNL

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

121,048 mi
Last recorded121,048 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ09 FNL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 121,048 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 14 May 2018 121,048 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 May 2017 104,613 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 May 2016 95,047 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 83,140 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 69,150 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 59,862 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 47,326 miles

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

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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EJ09 FNL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EJ09 FNL, 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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What year was EJ09 FNL registered?

EJ09 FNL is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 9 June 2009.

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The MOT history for EJ09 FNL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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