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HG59 NBZ

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

121,234 mi
Last recorded121,234 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG59 NBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 121,234 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 121,234 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2024 112,655 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 103,185 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 93,623 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 85,425 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 80,820 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 78,000 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 71,584 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 71,584 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 64,968 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 64,947 miles

Offside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.D.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Rear tyre starting to lose shape

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

Offside Rear tyre starting to lose shape

Pass 4 Oct 2016 57,366 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 38,716 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn on edge

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2013 30,298 miles

NS head lamp washer jet sticking out after use

Pass 7 Nov 2012 20,737 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

presented with only 4 pasenger seats

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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HG59 NBZ is a 2009 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 81.3%.

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 HG59 NBZ, 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 HG59 NBZ?

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What year was HG59 NBZ registered?

HG59 NBZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is HG59 NBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG59 NBZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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