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RFR 14

2012 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

154,645 mi
Last recorded154,645 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl75,628 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFR 14
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 154,645 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2024 147,155 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2024 147,155 miles

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

Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 139,217 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 131,341 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 121,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 112,988 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 May 2019 103,539 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 91,253 miles

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

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test x2 ()

Pass 16 May 2017 79,302 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 66,051 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 51,748 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 11 May 2015 51,748 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gl?

Based on 50,164 MOT tests across 4,735 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
7,279
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
4,735
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 610
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 271
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 232
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 220
position lamp(s) not working 172
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RFR 14 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver 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 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 75,628 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Gl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RFR 14, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RFR 14?

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What year was RFR 14 registered?

RFR 14 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is RFR 14 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFR 14 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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