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LR09 WJY

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,583 mi
Last recorded93,583 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR09 WJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 93,583 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 May 2018 85,565 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 85,552 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 78,119 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 78,119 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 68,110 miles

Lower undertray @ top covers fitted

Fail 18 Apr 2016 68,042 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Lower undertray @ top covers fitted

Pass 2 Apr 2015 52,183 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Apr 2015 52,165 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2014 41,713 miles

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 27 Mar 2013 31,860 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 20,880 miles

slight wear offside front tyre

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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LR09 WJY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LR09 WJY, 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 LR09 WJY?

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What year was LR09 WJY registered?

LR09 WJY is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is LR09 WJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR09 WJY shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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