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CV59 XGS

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

76,435 mi
Last recorded76,435 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV59 XGS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 76,435 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2022 76,435 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 73,563 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 67,110 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 56,938 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 50,763 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 46,522 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 46,522 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 42,973 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 36,867 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 31,477 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Mar 2013 23,792 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 20,611 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Slight bind O/S/R wheel

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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CV59 XGS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver 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 CV59 XGS, 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 CV59 XGS registered?

CV59 XGS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is CV59 XGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV59 XGS 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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