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MR55 DLF

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,314 mi
Last recorded102,314 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR55 DLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 102,314 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 92,626 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 82,425 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 74,245 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 72,274 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2022 72,255 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2021 66,084 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer shoulder

last rear row seats unable to check

Pass 3 Apr 2020 62,842 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 57,039 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 47,917 miles

rear row seats unable to check

Fail 1 Mar 2018 47,917 miles

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

rear row seats unable to check

Pass 29 Mar 2017 40,131 miles

Nearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt outter pin hole (2.4.G.4e)

both front & nsr tyre worn on shoulders

Pass 15 Feb 2016 33,853 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 26,115 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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MR55 DLF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 MR55 DLF, 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 MR55 DLF registered?

MR55 DLF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is MR55 DLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR55 DLF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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