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RJ12 WPX

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,240 mi
Last recorded113,240 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ12 WPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 113,240 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2025 104,841 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 95,746 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 85,686 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 85,686 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 78,689 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 72,486 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 63,138 miles

Oil leak from transfer box.

Pass 12 Jul 2019 63,240 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 56,281 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Third row seats stowed away.

Fail 2 Jul 2018 56,281 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Third row seats stowed away.

Pass 27 Jun 2017 49,040 miles

Both front tyres low on inner edges

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 41,022 miles

Engine + under panels fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2015 30,300 miles

Emissions to clean to register, no print outs.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f wiper blade wearing, attention soon.

o/s/r seat belt not checked in boot, seat in the down position.

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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RJ12 WPX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RJ12 WPX, 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 RJ12 WPX registered?

RJ12 WPX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 25 July 2012.

Is RJ12 WPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ12 WPX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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