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FE08 XTY

2008 Mercedes-benz R-class

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

201,939 mi
Last recorded201,939 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class85,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 XTY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 201,939 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 188,115 miles

under tray fitted

vehicle tested under wet conditions

Pass 2 Feb 2021 181,151 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 181,151 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 176,291 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 162,776 miles

Front tyres worn on edges

Pass 26 Feb 2018 146,053 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 124,380 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 124,380 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 103,155 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 80,988 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 61,257 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 45,175 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 29,761 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 19,873 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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FE08 XTY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FE08 XTY, 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 FE08 XTY registered?

FE08 XTY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FE08 XTY safe to buy?

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