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GK61 VUB

2011 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

123,527 mi
Last recorded123,527 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class80,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK61 VUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 123,527 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 123,525 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 117,503 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2022 117,478 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 110,325 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 110,325 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Oct 2021 110,309 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. Blocked by a internal ramp fitted (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 100,959 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 100,953 miles

Headlamp aim not tested Suspension fault affecting aim (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 86,822 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 74,411 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 58,554 miles

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 27 Oct 2016 41,973 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 26,541 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 19,450 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 59,839 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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GK61 VUB is a 2011 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 68.8%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 80,225 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 GK61 VUB, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz R-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GK61 VUB registered?

GK61 VUB is a 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 19 September 2011.

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