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RV59 ASO

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

229,109 mi
Last recorded229,109 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 ASO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 229,109 miles

Front daytime running lamps inop.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 214,899 miles

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

Front headlamp lenses discoloured but pattern ok

Front marker lamps in front bumper inop

Offside Front Outer cv boot seeping grease

Rear exhaust heat shields loose

Pass 21 Oct 2021 199,190 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover and under covers fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Fail 16 Oct 2021 199,012 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover and under covers fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Oct 2020 173,306 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 153,382 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Sep 2019 153,357 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 136,078 miles

Front oil leak

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2018 136,077 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front oil leak

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 104,545 miles

Oil leak heavy oil leak under engine / source not known ()

minor rust showing on all metal brake pipes / normal

Fail 14 Jun 2017 104,544 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords NSF tyre tread damaged into casing / highlighted by yellow chalk for easement (4.1.D.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working OFFSIDE OF REAR / fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak heavy oil leak under engine / source not known ()

minor rust showing on all metal brake pipes / normal

Pass 1 Sep 2016 92,704 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 80,764 miles

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2014 73,218 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2013 63,081 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 3 Sep 2013 63,081 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Sep 2012 49,975 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Leak from air conditioning system

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RV59 ASO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 3,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 RV59 ASO, 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 RV59 ASO registered?

RV59 ASO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is RV59 ASO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 ASO shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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