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AM53 RFS

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,312 mi
Last recorded76,312 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 RFS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 76,312 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 69,877 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 64,116 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 60,285 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 51,772 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 45,016 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 39,361 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 36,064 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 26,851 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 22,306 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 18,760 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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AM53 RFS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AM53 RFS, 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

How do I check the history of AM53 RFS?

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What year was AM53 RFS registered?

AM53 RFS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is AM53 RFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 RFS shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AM53 RFS have outstanding finance?

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