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HN61 ZYC

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

157,603 mi
Last recorded157,603 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN61 ZYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 157,603 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2025 153,711 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Sep 2025 153,711 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 153,574 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 146,681 miles

Offside Suspension unit damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 135,055 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 123,840 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 116,003 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 108,518 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 46,230 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 82,385 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 67,120 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 54,703 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 43,316 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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HN61 ZYC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HN61 ZYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN61 ZYC registered?

HN61 ZYC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 19 January 2012.

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