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BJ12 LGF

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

141,565 mi
Last recorded141,565 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 LGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 141,565 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 132,909 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 123,728 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 110,963 miles

Emissions to clean to trigger emissions machine

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

Offside Front Wheel slight damage

Pass 25 Nov 2021 98,543 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 98,543 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Rearmost Seatbelt Not Retracting (7.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2021 93,613 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 85,280 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2019 66,686 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres wearing lowish (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 58,282 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 54,507 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 48,473 miles

Rear pads low

Rear wiper torn

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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BJ12 LGF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BJ12 LGF, 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 BJ12 LGF registered?

BJ12 LGF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 25 June 2012.

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