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RF59 WRN

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Beige Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,216 mi
Last recorded117,216 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF59 WRN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 117,216 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 105,606 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2024 104,978 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 94,016 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 94,013 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function affected leaking (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear heat shield loose

Pass 6 Sep 2022 83,473 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 77,112 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 77,078 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 69,965 miles

Under trays fitted preventing a full inspection of fuel and brake pipes

Pass 9 Sep 2019 62,985 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 55,413 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 48,314 miles

Under tray and covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Fail 15 Sep 2017 48,314 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under tray and covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 21 Sep 2016 39,876 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 31,446 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 23,253 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 14,941 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2012 9,790 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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RF59 WRN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Beige with a 3,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RF59 WRN, 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 RF59 WRN registered?

RF59 WRN is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 24 December 2009.

Is RF59 WRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF59 WRN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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