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PK62 VXG

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

131,252 mi
Last recorded131,252 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK62 VXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 131,252 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 119,034 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 103,153 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2023 102,355 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 89,343 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 86,563 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 82,228 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 76,177 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 76,167 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Both front tyres are slightly worn on inner edges

Pass 3 Nov 2017 68,140 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 51,892 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 36,345 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 28,814 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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PK62 VXG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 3,495cc 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 PK62 VXG, 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 PK62 VXG?

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What year was PK62 VXG registered?

PK62 VXG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 20 November 2012.

Is PK62 VXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK62 VXG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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