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UIG 1263

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

93,693 mi
Last recorded93,693 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUIG 1263
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 93,693 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 86,016 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 83,493 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 83,450 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 78,923 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 77,313 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 77,234 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2017 71,907 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Stepped on edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 May 2017 71,907 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Stepped on edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2016 67,748 miles

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

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

Fail 16 May 2016 67,748 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 63,249 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 57,327 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 46,845 miles

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 33,428 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 33,428 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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UIG 1263 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 UIG 1263, 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 UIG 1263 registered?

UIG 1263 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is UIG 1263 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UIG 1263 shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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