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FL12 HJO

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

146,206 mi
Last recorded146,206 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 HJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 146,206 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2025 146,206 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 138,766 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 138,759 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 131,449 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 125,500 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2021 112,681 miles

Under-trays fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2020 107,247 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 92,119 miles

engine cover /under trays /sill covers

Pass 11 Jan 2018 72,975 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 60,355 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2016 48,446 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 9 Feb 2016 48,446 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 34,721 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FL12 HJO is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FL12 HJO, 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 FL12 HJO?

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What year was FL12 HJO registered?

FL12 HJO is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is FL12 HJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL12 HJO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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