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BG03 MER

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

86,353 mi
Last recorded86,353 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 MER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 86,353 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 80,933 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 76,856 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 71,438 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 64,908 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 57,795 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 48,532 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2020 48,177 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 45,517 miles

N/s/f outer constant velocity boot cracking/perished

Fail 4 Jun 2019 45,516 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

N/s/f outer constant velocity boot cracking/perished

Pass 5 Jun 2018 40,042 miles

Nearside Rear 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 6 Jun 2017 33,131 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 27,314 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 20,268 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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BG03 MER 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 92.9%.

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 BG03 MER, 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 BG03 MER registered?

BG03 MER is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 14 June 2012.

Is BG03 MER safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 MER shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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