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V88 JDG

2021 Mercedes-benz R-class

Grey Diesel 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

68,265 mi
Last recorded68,265 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV88 JDG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 68,265 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2025 131,934 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2025 63,204 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 125,240 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective clamps broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 59,104 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 118,531 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 118,531 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 57,070 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 110,940 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 104,434 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 94,148 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Gearbox slight noisy

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 88,525 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 74,447 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 58,536 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 53,306 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 43,045 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 43,045 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 39,101 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 36,294 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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V88 JDG is a 2021 Mercedes-benz R-class in Grey with a 2,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 V88 JDG, 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 5 years old, this Mercedes-benz R-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V88 JDG registered?

V88 JDG is a 2021 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 31 March 2021.

Is V88 JDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V88 JDG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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