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LO62 KVV

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,926 mi
Last recorded98,926 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO62 KVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 98,926 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 94,386 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 94,247 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 86,501 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 86,336 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 86,336 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 79,725 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 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))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 76,117 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 68,154 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 68,115 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 53,409 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 53,409 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2017 42,675 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 May 2017 42,675 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2016 31,746 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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LO62 KVV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LO62 KVV, 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 LO62 KVV registered?

LO62 KVV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is LO62 KVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO62 KVV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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