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P28 CSK

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,978 mi
Last recorded84,978 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP28 CSK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 84,978 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 74,444 miles

signs of grease o/s/f outer cv boot. signs of fluid around front of gearbox.

Pass 28 Nov 2022 69,421 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 63,621 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 63,617 miles

Exhaust particulate filter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 58,795 miles

Brake pad wear displayed on dash

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 49,147 miles

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Centre seat ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Jun 2019 49,147 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Centre seat ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 May 2018 40,346 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 31,394 miles

mil on

Pass 6 Jun 2016 26,075 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut in outer side wall

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear tyre has a cut in outer side wall

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test both ()

Fail 6 Jun 2016 26,075 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre has a cut in outer side wall

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear tyre has a cut in outer side wall

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect image is twisted to the left (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test both ()

Pass 13 May 2015 23,759 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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P28 CSK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P28 CSK, 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 P28 CSK registered?

P28 CSK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is P28 CSK safe to buy?

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