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RU55 FOS

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,377 mi
Last recorded74,377 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRU55 FOS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 74,377 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 67,209 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 59,758 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 57,130 miles

advise crack in windscreen not in drivers view

Pass 9 Sep 2021 55,267 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 53,444 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 47,850 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 42,236 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 42,192 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 36,802 miles

covers impede parts of the inspection

Pass 12 Apr 2016 29,743 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 22,885 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 22,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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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RU55 FOS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black 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 RU55 FOS, 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 RU55 FOS registered?

RU55 FOS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is RU55 FOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RU55 FOS 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.

Does RU55 FOS have outstanding finance?

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