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FV62 UTA

2012 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

146,218 mi
Last recorded146,218 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class74,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 UTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 146,218 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Bottom corner cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 145,818 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged Side wall has cut to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Bottom corner cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 136,742 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2025 136,742 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2024 119,833 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 105,936 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 88,499 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2022 88,496 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 77,529 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 65,885 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2019 56,674 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 50,824 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 41,409 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 33,828 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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FV62 UTA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black 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 FV62 UTA, 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.

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What year was FV62 UTA registered?

FV62 UTA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 27 October 2012.

Is FV62 UTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 UTA 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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