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LL12 LWU

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

83,022 mi
Last recorded83,022 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL12 LWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 83,022 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 82,431 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2024 81,764 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2023 81,096 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2021 78,584 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2020 76,572 miles

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

Offside Front 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))

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

Pass 18 May 2019 73,612 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 72,097 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 64,536 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 31 May 2016 52,074 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 52,074 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 May 2015 37,368 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 37,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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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LL12 LWU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 3,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 LL12 LWU, 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 LL12 LWU registered?

LL12 LWU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is LL12 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL12 LWU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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