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HG62 HJX

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

65,380 mi
Last recorded65,380 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG62 HJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 65,380 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 62,610 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2024 59,645 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 58,131 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 56,603 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 55,723 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 52,711 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2019 52,711 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

n/s/f cv boot leaking

n/s/r tyre outer edge bald and close to the limit

tail gate

Pass 12 Apr 2019 49,149 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 43,226 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 35,518 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 28,914 miles

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

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

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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HG62 HJX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 74,385 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 HG62 HJX, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz R-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HG62 HJX registered?

HG62 HJX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is HG62 HJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG62 HJX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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