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KS09 XSJ

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,244 mi
Last recorded120,244 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS09 XSJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2024 120,244 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner and outer edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner and outer edges slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded scabbing outer surface (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes scabbing outer surface. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Feb 2024 120,240 miles

Nearside Front Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety Dripping on mot pit floor (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner and outer edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner and outer edges slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded scabbing outer surface (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes scabbing outer surface. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 116,173 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 112,108 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 103,447 miles

Engine covers and under-trays are fitted which may obscure some components

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Row 3 seats not in use - seat belts not tested fully

Pass 1 Jul 2019 95,402 miles

Catalytic converter has a small crack to it and a small blow

both front tyre treads are misshaped

both front wiper blades are poor on screen

both rear tyre treads are stepped

Pass 2 Jul 2018 82,662 miles

Third row of seats folded away at time of test

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 72,652 miles

vehicle under shield damaged

Fail 1 Jul 2017 72,651 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front tyre more worn on edges

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

vehicle under shield damaged

Pass 15 Jul 2016 61,788 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 61,786 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

front and rear brake pads starting to wear low

Pass 24 Aug 2015 50,323 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 41,834 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 33,840 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2012 25,984 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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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KS09 XSJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KS09 XSJ, 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 KS09 XSJ registered?

KS09 XSJ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 22 July 2009.

Is KS09 XSJ safe to buy?

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