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BD12 GFJ

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

100,293 mi
Last recorded100,293 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 GFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 100,293 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 87,142 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 70,905 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 66,635 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 62,610 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2021 58,361 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 55,913 miles

Front tyres edge wear

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 50,680 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 44,041 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Jun 2017 37,827 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 37,827 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 31,874 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 24,258 miles

near side front tyre cracking in tread

off side front tyre cracking in tread

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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BD12 GFJ 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 BD12 GFJ, 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 BD12 GFJ registered?

BD12 GFJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is BD12 GFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 GFJ 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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