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RO09 VWC

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

126,202 mi
Last recorded126,202 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO09 VWC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 126,202 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2026 126,145 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 120,712 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2025 120,712 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 114,048 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2024 114,048 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 109,411 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 7 Jul 2023 109,411 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2022 102,039 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 98,981 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2021 98,981 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 96,660 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 91,833 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 91,833 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 86,888 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 80,304 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi hoses (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 80,304 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi hoses (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 71,883 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 62,731 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 47,614 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Feb 2014 47,614 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2013 34,729 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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RO09 VWC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 RO09 VWC, 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 RO09 VWC registered?

RO09 VWC is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 3 July 2009.

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