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LG12 GVY

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Blue Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

86,146 mi
Last recorded86,146 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 GVY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 86,146 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 73,113 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2023 70,879 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 68,995 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 65,942 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2021 65,942 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 63,451 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 62,150 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 61,279 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 59,146 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 59,145 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 52,865 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 42,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2015 42,207 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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LG12 GVY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Blue with a 3,495cc 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 LG12 GVY, 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 LG12 GVY registered?

LG12 GVY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is LG12 GVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG12 GVY 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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