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YK12 YDX

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

122,387 mi
Last recorded122,387 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 YDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2025 122,387 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 108,453 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2023 107,806 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 94,671 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 80,672 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 55,672 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 42,755 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 26,382 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 23,696 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 18,877 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 18,877 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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YK12 YDX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YK12 YDX, 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 YK12 YDX registered?

YK12 YDX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is YK12 YDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK12 YDX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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