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OU12 ZPS

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,092 mi
Last recorded104,092 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU12 ZPS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 104,092 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 90,195 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 85,010 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 83,632 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 82,752 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 82,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 80,629 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 77,775 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 72,295 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 67,497 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 58,778 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

parking brake just meets mot min requirements,recomend inspection

Pass 1 Aug 2016 49,565 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 40,275 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 40,275 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 23,948 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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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OU12 ZPS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 3,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OU12 ZPS, 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

How do I check the history of OU12 ZPS?

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What year was OU12 ZPS registered?

OU12 ZPS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is OU12 ZPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU12 ZPS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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