CarVerify

Free Car Check

KY09 UMG

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,373 mi
Last recorded147,373 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY09 UMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 147,373 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2025 147,236 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2025 147,145 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 125,392 miles

Nearside rear position light intensity slightly reduced

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 122,631 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside headlamp lens deteriorated-beam image/intensity poor

Offside headlamp lens deteriorated-beam image/intensity poor

Fail 23 May 2023 122,631 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside headlamp lens deteriorated-beam image/intensity poor

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside headlamp lens deteriorated-beam image/intensity poor

Pass 25 May 2022 117,496 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021 109,695 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front tyres wearing on edges of tread

Fail 20 May 2021 109,693 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front tyres wearing on edges of tread

Pass 28 May 2020 103,842 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 87,324 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 75,694 miles

Both front to rear brake pipes at rear corroding

Fail 2 Oct 2017 75,664 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Both front to rear brake pipes at rear corroding

Pass 6 Oct 2016 63,966 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 52,415 miles

front tyres worn close to limit on edges of tread

Pass 1 Oct 2014 42,879 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 33,714 miles

rear tyre treads worn low and perished

Pass 11 Oct 2012 24,903 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 24,903 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 19,606 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
Full Mercedes-benz R-class reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KY09 UMG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KY09 UMG, 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 KY09 UMG?

You can check the full history of KY09 UMG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KY09 UMG registered?

KY09 UMG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 3 March 2009.

Is KY09 UMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY09 UMG shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KY09 UMG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KY09 UMG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.