MOT Status
ValidMileage
175,958 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing both edges (5.2.3 (e))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Rolls of carpet through back preventing seats or seat belts being fully inspected ()
N/S Front to Rear brake pipe corroded
N/S Headlamp lower bracket broken - Previously repaired with cable
N/S/F Tyre wearing on edges
O/S Front to Rear brake pipe corroded
O/S/F Tyre wearing on edges
Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
N/S Front to Rear brake pipe corroded
N/S Headlamp lower bracket broken - Previously repaired with cable
N/S/F Tyre wearing on edges
O/S Front to Rear brake pipe corroded
O/S/F Tyre wearing on edges
Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Brake pad(s) wearing thin All (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Handbrake effiecny 16%
Undertrays fitted
Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Handbrake effiecny 16%
Undertrays fitted
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
o/s/f tyre on 3mm
Oil leak
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Oil leak
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz R-class?
Based on 63,579 MOT tests across 4,470 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FH08 BHF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 FH08 BHF, 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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How do I check the history of FH08 BHF?
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What year was FH08 BHF registered?
FH08 BHF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 27 June 2008.
Is FH08 BHF safe to buy?
The MOT history for FH08 BHF shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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