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ED11 KUL

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,511 mi
Last recorded103,511 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationED11 KUL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 103,511 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2026 103,352 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 92,285 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 30 Jan 2024 81,653 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Fail 26 Jan 2024 81,653 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 27 Jan 2023 75,012 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jan 2023 75,000 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 69,969 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle is fitted with engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 22 Jan 2021 64,849 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Some damage to outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also some cracking between treads. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Some damage to outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine cover and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 10 Jan 2020 60,049 miles
Pass 12 May 2019 55,569 miles

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

Front Lower undertray fitted

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre blade in Tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2018 49,416 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 42,664 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 30,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

both front tyres inner/outer wear

osr tyre has a nail

Fail 18 May 2016 30,797 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

both front tyres inner/outer wear

osr tyre has a nail

Pass 7 Apr 2015 23,230 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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ED11 KUL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc 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 ED11 KUL, 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 ED11 KUL registered?

ED11 KUL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 4 May 2012.

Is ED11 KUL safe to buy?

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