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AD12 HFG

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Diesel 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,916 mi
Last recorded72,916 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD12 HFG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 72,916 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2026 72,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 69,274 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 64,771 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 61,320 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 55,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2021 47,817 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 42,174 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 37,303 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 37,303 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 33,279 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 29,425 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 24,605 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 17,338 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Ml?

Based on 1,172,506 MOT tests across 81,226 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,943
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
81,226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 27,881
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,032
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22,074
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,608
Registration plate lamp not working 19,483
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AD12 HFG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue with a 3,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 69,892 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Ml fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 27,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD12 HFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Ml typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Ml is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD12 HFG registered?

AD12 HFG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is AD12 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD12 HFG 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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