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YT59 NHV

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,347 mi
Last recorded94,347 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT59 NHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 94,347 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 92,580 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2024 76,392 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 76,392 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 67,631 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 62,612 miles

Oil around engine and gearbox

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Jun 2022 62,612 miles

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

Oil around engine and gearbox

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 55,282 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 44,934 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 40,551 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 36,406 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 32,481 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 27,449 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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YT59 NHV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 YT59 NHV, 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 YT59 NHV registered?

YT59 NHV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 9 September 2009.

Is YT59 NHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT59 NHV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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