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KR09 ECV

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,507 mi
Last recorded86,507 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR09 ECV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 86,507 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 86,119 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 80,985 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

o/s wiper smearing

Fail 13 May 2024 80,985 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))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

o/s wiper smearing

Pass 22 May 2023 72,686 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

wipers smearing

Pass 17 May 2022 65,766 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

centre brake light dim

wipers smearing screen

Pass 10 May 2021 58,307 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT AND REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 May 2020 51,264 miles

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

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

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 21 May 2019 44,490 miles

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

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

all four tyres are perished

Pass 7 Jun 2018 35,901 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 34,113 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre punctured

Pass 31 May 2016 32,373 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 32,373 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 May 2015 31,080 miles

Both front wipers are smearing

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 May 2014 29,842 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 26,970 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 24,305 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 24,300 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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 ECV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KR09 ECV, 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 ECV registered?

KR09 ECV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is KR09 ECV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR09 ECV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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