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KU09 YKH

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

168,305 mi
Last recorded168,305 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU09 YKH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2024 168,305 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Jun 2023 147,785 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 147,391 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2022 128,448 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2021 109,031 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 19 May 2021 108,827 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 11 Jun 2020 95,631 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 89,822 miles

Both rear tyres outer edges wearing low

Nearside Front Tyre outer edges wearing low

Fail 19 Mar 2019 89,822 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Both rear tyres outer edges wearing low

Nearside Front Tyre outer edges wearing low

Pass 27 Mar 2018 82,395 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 74,056 miles

engine and under vehicle covers fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 20 Feb 2017 74,050 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

engine and under vehicle covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 26 Feb 2016 66,442 miles

Oil leaks

Pass 27 Mar 2015 57,072 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 47,738 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)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 37,426 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 25,886 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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)

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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KU09 YKH 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 76.5%.

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 KU09 YKH, 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

How do I check the history of KU09 YKH?

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What year was KU09 YKH registered?

KU09 YKH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is KU09 YKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU09 YKH shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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