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LN12 OFL

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

123,155 mi
Last recorded123,155 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN12 OFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 123,155 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 118,242 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 110,096 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 102,252 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 96,697 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 92,990 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 90,728 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 77,438 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 67,676 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 57,333 miles

NAIL IN NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE 265-45-20

Fail 4 Mar 2017 57,333 miles

NAIL IN NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE 265-45-20

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 48,028 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 38,745 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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LN12 OFL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LN12 OFL, 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 LN12 OFL registered?

LN12 OFL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is LN12 OFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN12 OFL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LN12 OFL have outstanding finance?

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