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BG12 YRU

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

127,642 mi
Last recorded127,642 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 YRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 127,642 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both - Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 118,788 miles

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

Offside Front Steering linkage lightly rubbing (2.1.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 90,278 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 79,174 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 72,508 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 72,508 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 67,900 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 62,034 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 55,315 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 47,981 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 39,939 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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BG12 YRU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BG12 YRU, 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 BG12 YRU registered?

BG12 YRU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 10 May 2012.

Is BG12 YRU safe to buy?

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