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BJ12 KUA

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

130,922 mi
Last recorded130,922 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ12 KUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2024 130,922 miles

Anti freeze leak

Fuel tank stained

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

Fail 12 Apr 2024 130,922 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Anti freeze leak

Fuel tank stained

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured To suspension leg (4.11 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2023 121,102 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 113,959 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 109,071 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 104,342 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 104,330 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 96,170 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 96,170 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 88,104 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 85,721 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 72,515 miles

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

Front both tyres slightly worn on inner and outer edges

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

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

engine and underbody covers fitter unable to check some components

Pass 12 May 2015 54,471 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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BJ12 KUA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 BJ12 KUA, 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.

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BJ12 KUA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 3 May 2012.

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