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M44 JYC

2008 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,790 mi
Last recorded126,790 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class85,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM44 JYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 126,790 miles

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

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

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

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

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

engine covers fitted

general under body rust

under components corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2023 126,760 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 124,399 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 123,942 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 122,371 miles

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

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2019 120,243 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 117,597 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 103,700 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 91,986 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 87,947 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 79,893 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 68,970 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 55,499 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 42,771 miles

advise parking brake travel high at 18% min standard 16%

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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M44 JYC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 85,603 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 M44 JYC, 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 18 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 M44 JYC registered?

M44 JYC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 18 September 2008.

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