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AV59 GAO

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

190,685 mi
Last recorded190,685 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 GAO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2023 190,685 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2022 179,645 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 173,637 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 159,618 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 153,282 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 145,396 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 136,980 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 132,622 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 123,160 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 109,796 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 95,834 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2012 72,189 miles

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

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

Offside rear tyre worn on edges

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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AV59 GAO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AV59 GAO, 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 AV59 GAO registered?

AV59 GAO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is AV59 GAO safe to buy?

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