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SK12 UBE

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

98,447 mi
Last recorded98,447 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK12 UBE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 98,447 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2025 98,197 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 95,823 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 84,761 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2024 84,761 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 73,963 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 72,493 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 67,705 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Pass 13 Feb 2020 64,398 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2019 56,360 miles

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

Offside Front Arm rear bush starting to deteriorate

Offside Front Cv boot deteriorating

Pass 7 Feb 2018 48,301 miles

Far rear seats folded down

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Feb 2017 44,041 miles

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

engine cover and under-trays fitted

Fail 23 Feb 2017 44,041 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine cover and under-trays fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2016 35,661 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 24,932 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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SK12 UBE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SK12 UBE, 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 SK12 UBE registered?

SK12 UBE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SK12 UBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK12 UBE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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