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L999 MFF

2017 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

75,688 mi
Last recorded75,688 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL999 MFF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 75,688 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2025 94,849 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 65,203 miles

Front brake pads are 95% worn

Fail 17 Mar 2025 65,203 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front brake pads are 95% worn

Pass 8 Aug 2024 92,548 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 51,320 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 17 Jan 2024 51,128 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 1 Aug 2023 90,670 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 39,362 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 87,348 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 31,094 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2021 84,330 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 84,330 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 21,241 miles

engine covers and under tray fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2020 80,702 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 72,745 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 61,531 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 53,199 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

advise condition of front and rear brake discs

Pass 9 Jun 2016 42,155 miles

advise child seat fitted , not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

advise front screen chipped

advise near side front outer cv boot weeping/damp

Pass 3 Jun 2015 31,006 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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L999 MFF is a 2017 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 L999 MFF, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz R-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L999 MFF registered?

L999 MFF is a 2017 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 30 September 2017.

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The MOT history for L999 MFF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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