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PE09 BXG

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,540 mi
Last recorded115,540 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE09 BXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 115,540 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 112,559 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 110,092 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 107,371 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to rear jointing pipes corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2021 105,371 miles

Brake pipes corroded, covered in grease or other material

Exhaust system corroded

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 100,717 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 95,553 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 90,157 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 86,049 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 80,425 miles

diesel emission too lean unable to get reading

Fail 22 Mar 2016 80,425 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions fitted wrong way round (4.1.D.1f)

diesel emission too lean unable to get reading

Pass 5 Mar 2015 65,444 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 50,561 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 49,832 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 38,198 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 31,082 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 26,847 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 26,701 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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PE09 BXG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PE09 BXG, 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

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What year was PE09 BXG registered?

PE09 BXG is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is PE09 BXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE09 BXG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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