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VU12 YYK

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

103,639 mi
Last recorded103,639 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 YYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 103,639 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2026 103,595 miles

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

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 101,533 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 98,697 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 95,381 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 90,880 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 86,447 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 83,890 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 78,318 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 73,509 miles

FRONT WIPER BLADE WEAR INDICATORS SHOWING.

REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT.

WINDSCREEN STONE CHIPPED.

Pass 7 Mar 2017 69,332 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 64,503 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened SLIGHT PITTING (3.5.1i)

N/S/R TYRE DEEP CUT IN CENTRE TREAD

NAIL IN N/S/F TYRE

Nearside Front Outer CUTS TO TYRE WALL

O/S/F AND N/S/F TYRE WEARING ON EDGES

WINDSCREEN STONE CHIPPED

Pass 31 Mar 2015 60,251 miles

Advice front wipers replacement

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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VU12 YYK 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 92.3%.

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 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 VU12 YYK, 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 VU12 YYK?

You can check the full history of VU12 YYK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VU12 YYK registered?

VU12 YYK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is VU12 YYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU12 YYK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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