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LC12 VYW

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

122,012 mi
Last recorded122,012 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 VYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 122,012 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 107,664 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 97,960 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 87,589 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 85,476 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 85,355 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 77,967 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 77,885 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 69,536 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 57,881 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv boot deteriorated but preventing ingress of grit.

Offside Front Outer cv boot deteriorated but preventing ingress of grit.

covers and shields fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2017 46,330 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 37,270 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 28,286 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 28,286 miles

Offside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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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LC12 VYW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LC12 VYW, 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 LC12 VYW registered?

LC12 VYW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is LC12 VYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC12 VYW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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