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FJ59 NRK

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

106,849 mi
Last recorded106,849 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 106,849 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 100,749 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 97,108 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 92,886 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 90,181 miles

Nearside front tyre approx 3.2mm tread

Offside front tyre approx 3mm tread

Pass 14 Jun 2019 86,493 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 78,358 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 67,012 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 67,012 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

left rear lower shock absorber bush has oil contamination and is starting to split

Pass 6 Jul 2016 56,262 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 51,029 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 39,050 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 33,268 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 27,283 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 NRK 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 NRK, 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

How do I check the history of FJ59 NRK?

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What year was FJ59 NRK registered?

FJ59 NRK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 8 September 2009.

Is FJ59 NRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ59 NRK 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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