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PE12 XNM

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

117,631 mi
Last recorded117,631 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE12 XNM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 117,631 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 99,940 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 76,781 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 62,458 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 56,358 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split, clearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2021 56,114 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 265/40/21 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split, clearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE worn nearly to cords inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 46,744 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 40,628 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 40,628 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 35,120 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 29,952 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 25,746 miles

rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 24 Jun 2015 19,743 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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PE12 XNM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PE12 XNM, 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 PE12 XNM registered?

PE12 XNM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 28 June 2012.

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