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J700 URS

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

84,432 mi
Last recorded84,432 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ700 URS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 84,432 miles

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))

Fail 14 Mar 2026 84,407 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 67,973 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under vehicle covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 19 Nov 2024 67,809 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under vehicle covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Dec 2023 60,389 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2023 60,388 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 59,609 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 55,787 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2021 55,787 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 54,432 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 54,432 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2019 51,395 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 51,394 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 46,408 miles

front number plate cracked (still readable)

n/s/r tyre cut on outer sidewall

o/s/r tyre has nail in centre tread

Pass 28 Sep 2017 40,802 miles

both rear brake pipes starting to corrode

n/s/f brake pipe starting to corrode

Fail 28 Sep 2017 40,802 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear brake pipes starting to corrode

n/s/f brake pipe starting to corrode

Pass 29 Sep 2016 36,357 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 36,357 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 30,193 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 30,193 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 23,796 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 18,395 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 18,395 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 12,748 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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J700 URS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 J700 URS, 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 J700 URS registered?

J700 URS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is J700 URS safe to buy?

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