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EO09 YKW

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

61,113 mi
Last recorded61,113 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO09 YKW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 61,113 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 57,690 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 56,065 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective split (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 54,693 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective split (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 53,327 miles

front exhaust bracket split

Fail 22 Jun 2022 53,327 miles

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

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

front exhaust bracket split

Pass 9 Jul 2021 48,574 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 43,438 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 40,733 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 37,782 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 35,077 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 29,924 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 23,354 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 18,280 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 15,234 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 12,233 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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EO09 YKW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 EO09 YKW, 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 EO09 YKW registered?

EO09 YKW is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 7 April 2009.

Is EO09 YKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO09 YKW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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