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LM09 TYH

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

126,517 mi
Last recorded126,517 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM09 TYH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 126,517 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 105,757 miles

Offside Front Fog lamp damaged

Fail 3 Jul 2023 105,708 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Fog lamp damaged

Pass 30 Jun 2022 86,187 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 73,144 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 70,397 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 67,354 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 65,415 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2017 62,811 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 60,198 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 57,423 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jan 2014 53,259 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 46,478 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 43,587 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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LM09 TYH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LM09 TYH, 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 LM09 TYH registered?

LM09 TYH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 8 June 2009.

Is LM09 TYH safe to buy?

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