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BJ09 HPX

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,631 mi
Last recorded40,631 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ09 HPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 40,631 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 31,846 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 31,231 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 30,299 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 29,948 miles

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 29,241 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox Transmission Pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 28,357 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 26,340 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 22,761 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 22,761 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 21,279 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 19,000 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 17,485 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 17,485 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 15,343 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 13,622 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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BJ09 HPX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc 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 BJ09 HPX, 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 BJ09 HPX registered?

BJ09 HPX is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is BJ09 HPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ09 HPX 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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