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FJ59 EZE

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

142,874 mi
Last recorded142,874 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ59 EZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2024 142,874 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 138,171 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv boot ? slight grease leak

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2023
Pass 10 Feb 2022 124,692 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2022 124,691 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp stop light fog light fault (4.3.3 (b))

Parking brake inoperative on one side not working on both sides (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 118,769 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 106,725 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 94,673 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 83,267 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 69,259 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 56,606 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 42,631 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 29,230 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 17,297 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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FJ59 EZE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FJ59 EZE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ59 EZE registered?

FJ59 EZE is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is FJ59 EZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ59 EZE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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