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BG62 KJA

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

106,706 mi
Last recorded106,706 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 KJA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 106,706 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 100,224 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 92,983 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 83,871 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 76,513 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 69,841 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 69,841 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 64,775 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE BADLY WORN/LOW ON TREAD

BOTH REAR TYRES ARE LOW ON TREAD

REAR BRAKE DISCS ARE BADLY CORRODED AND HAVE ONLY JUST PASSED THE MOT TEST.

Pass 24 Jun 2019 59,098 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 50,521 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 44,112 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 27,498 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 22,426 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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BG62 KJA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver 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 BG62 KJA, 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 BG62 KJA registered?

BG62 KJA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 22 November 2012.

Is BG62 KJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 KJA 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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