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BF12 KJY

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

130,576 mi
Last recorded130,576 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 KJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 130,576 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Park brake lever travel close to limit

Pass 5 Mar 2025 122,585 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 111,473 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside and offside (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 87,048 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 87,047 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2022 86,288 miles

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both side (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 80,037 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2020 72,198 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 60,064 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 53,090 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 49,956 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 49,956 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 26 May 2016 42,008 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 30,111 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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BF12 KJY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 3,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BF12 KJY, 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 BF12 KJY registered?

BF12 KJY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 8 March 2012.

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