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FD12 RCO

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Beige Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

184,505 mi
Last recorded184,505 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 RCO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 184,505 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 175,236 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 167,807 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 156,090 miles

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

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

Fail 12 May 2023 156,090 miles

Rear Brake cable damaged snapped (1.1.15 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 142,938 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 134,321 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 15 May 2020 125,279 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 110,400 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 90,392 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 May 2017 72,915 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 56,016 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 56,016 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 36,215 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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FD12 RCO is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Beige with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FD12 RCO, 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 FD12 RCO?

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What year was FD12 RCO registered?

FD12 RCO is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is FD12 RCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD12 RCO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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