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KS58 DXU

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

144,482 mi
Last recorded144,482 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS58 DXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 144,482 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 140,504 miles

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

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

o.s.f wing corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2023 137,675 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))

Fail 8 Mar 2023 137,674 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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 11 Feb 2022 132,949 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Feb 2022 132,943 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit tested to 0.7ppm (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 122,894 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 114,423 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 102,732 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 93,620 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 93,620 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 83,905 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 70,861 miles

centre exhaust bracket broke

Pass 12 Feb 2015 61,243 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 50,591 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 41,651 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 32,007 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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KS58 DXU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KS58 DXU, 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 KS58 DXU registered?

KS58 DXU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 15 January 2009.

Is KS58 DXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS58 DXU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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