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BF59 XSA

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,353 mi
Last recorded53,353 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 XSA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 53,353 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 47,931 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 42,728 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 40,853 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 37,467 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 35,420 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 32,000 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 29,327 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 24,913 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Dec 2017 24,913 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Dec 2016 22,998 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 19,731 miles

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

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

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

front & rear tyres cracking

Pass 9 Dec 2014 16,317 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre cracking

Fail 9 Dec 2014 16,317 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 28 Nov 2013 13,628 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2012 10,676 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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BF59 XSA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 3,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BF59 XSA, 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

How do I check the history of BF59 XSA?

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What year was BF59 XSA registered?

BF59 XSA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is BF59 XSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 XSA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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