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KS58 KYB

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

131,792 mi
Last recorded131,792 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2022 131,792 miles

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

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

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

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

slight damage to o/s rear outer tyre wall

slight engine/gearbox oil leaks

under trays and sill covers fitted covering some testable items

Pass 27 Nov 2020 130,588 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s main pipes at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

o/s front fog lamp unit broken

sill covers and under trays fitted covering some testable items

slight engine/gearbox oil leaks

steering rack mounting rubbers slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Nov 2018 117,449 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 102,542 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 90,499 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 25 Nov 2016 90,499 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 77,351 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 77,350 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 67,618 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 67,614 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 50,477 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 50,477 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 35,036 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 KYB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KS58 KYB, 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 KYB registered?

KS58 KYB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 12 January 2009.

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The MOT history for KS58 KYB shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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