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EK10 LVW

2010 Mercedes-benz R-class

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

91,035 mi
Last recorded91,035 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz R-class85,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK10 LVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 91,035 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and nearside to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear crankshaft area possibly seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed boot catch sticking (6.2.3 (c) (i))

factory fitted covers restricting view of some components

Pass 10 Sep 2025 83,022 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear main oil seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 19 Sep 2024 73,914 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 69,140 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 59,794 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 10 Jan 2023 59,794 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 53,658 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 47,089 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2019 37,815 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 29,061 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 22,284 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 20,971 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 18,308 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 15,081 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 12,895 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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EK10 LVW is a 2010 Mercedes-benz R-class in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 85,744 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 EK10 LVW, 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 16 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 EK10 LVW registered?

EK10 LVW is a 2010 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 26 June 2010.

Is EK10 LVW safe to buy?

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