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KR09 BWO

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

168,363 mi
Last recorded168,363 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR09 BWO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 168,363 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 164,756 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 19 Nov 2022 164,756 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 154,044 miles

all 4 tyres close to legal limit

Fail 12 Oct 2021 154,044 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

all 4 tyres close to legal limit

Pass 10 Oct 2020 139,487 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 130,467 miles

unable to check all parts,due to under trays fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2018 121,028 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 5 Oct 2017 106,502 miles

Nearside rear most seat not fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Oct 2016 97,369 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 97,369 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure door mirror assembly securing bracket broken (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 89,839 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres wearing on edges

nearside side repeater in mirror broken but still secure & visible

Pass 19 Sep 2014 82,316 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)

Fail 9 Sep 2013 75,971 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 75,971 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 38,106 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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KR09 BWO 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 75%.

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 KR09 BWO, 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.

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What year was KR09 BWO registered?

KR09 BWO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 17 June 2009.

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