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BF12 OJG

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

120,685 mi
Last recorded120,685 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 OJG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 120,685 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2025 111,063 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

both front tyre edge wear

Fail 8 Aug 2025 111,063 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

both front tyre edge wear

Pass 20 Aug 2024 102,431 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 94,025 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 94,025 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 86,100 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 86,098 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn AS MARKED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 77,838 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 73,484 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 69,229 miles

engine cover, under-trays and sill covers fitted

wheel alignment req checking due to the nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

Pass 11 Dec 2018 60,869 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 54,594 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 45,760 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 36,008 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2015 27,833 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BF12 OJG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF12 OJG, 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 BF12 OJG registered?

BF12 OJG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 22 March 2012.

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