CarVerify

Free Car Check

KP12 XNF

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,588 mi
Last recorded60,588 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 XNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 60,588 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2026 60,572 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 56,988 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 53,587 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 53,585 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing clasp not obtainable (7.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 50,427 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 48,679 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 45,490 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 45,490 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 43,284 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 43,284 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 May 2019 39,917 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2018 35,849 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 30,192 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 24,667 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2015 22,866 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
Full Mercedes-benz R-class reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KP12 XNF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KP12 XNF, 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

How do I check the history of KP12 XNF?

You can check the full history of KP12 XNF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KP12 XNF registered?

KP12 XNF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 10 May 2012.

Is KP12 XNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP12 XNF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP12 XNF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KP12 XNF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.