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D1 CUB

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

113,879 mi
Last recorded113,879 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD1 CUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 113,879 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2025 113,879 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 103,414 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 93,845 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 85,561 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 77,515 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 71,007 miles

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 4 Dec 2019 67,099 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 57,850 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 48,131 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 21 Oct 2016 38,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 39,289 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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D1 CUB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in White 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 D1 CUB, 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

How do I check the history of D1 CUB?

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What year was D1 CUB registered?

D1 CUB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is D1 CUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D1 CUB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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