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DA12 XRF

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Beige Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,435 mi
Last recorded84,435 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 XRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 84,435 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 81,578 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2024 79,037 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 May 2023 75,332 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 75,331 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2022 73,884 miles

under body covers fitted

Fail 11 May 2022 73,884 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

under body covers fitted

Pass 26 May 2021 68,977 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 65,560 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 65,560 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2019 54,294 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 43,427 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 34,943 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 34,943 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 31,503 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 27,943 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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DA12 XRF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Beige with a 3,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DA12 XRF, 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 DA12 XRF registered?

DA12 XRF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 26 June 2012.

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