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LD12 XAG

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

114,112 mi
Last recorded114,112 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 XAG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 114,112 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2022 109,187 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2021 105,208 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 93,295 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2020 93,295 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 88,389 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread 265-45-20 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread 265-45-20 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 66,604 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall perished

Pass 9 Mar 2017 54,013 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 43,234 miles

off side front tyre slight wear

Pass 27 Apr 2015 31,560 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
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LD12 XAG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LD12 XAG, 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 LD12 XAG registered?

LD12 XAG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 27 April 2012.

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