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KV09 FXT

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

152,977 mi
Last recorded152,977 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV09 FXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 152,977 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 152,950 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. accident damage - headlamp body broken (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum + noisy (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 146,122 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre Tyre leaking air slightly, (Advise replace tyre) ()

Fail 27 Jul 2021 146,122 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 Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Aug 2020 140,093 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 132,913 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear WIPER BLADE WORN

Pass 21 Sep 2018 119,712 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7MM LOW ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8MM LOW ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 104,854 miles

ADAPTER FITTED TO TOW BAR SOCKET

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

Fail 7 Sep 2017 104,854 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

ADAPTER FITTED TO TOW BAR SOCKET

Front Bumper insecure ()

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 88,505 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside rear tyre is wearing on the inner and outer edges

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 72,623 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 58,988 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2012 37,684 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside 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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KV09 FXT 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 76.9%.

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 KV09 FXT, 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 KV09 FXT registered?

KV09 FXT is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 16 March 2009.

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The MOT history for KV09 FXT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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