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BSS 205M

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests31 (26 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate83.9%

Mileage

137,989 mi
Last recorded137,989 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSS 205M
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

26 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 137,989 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2025 257,740 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 28,706 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 248,400 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 111,379 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 238,700 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 99,574 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 228,952 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 88,793 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 220,554 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 220,554 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 84,017 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 210,263 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear rear axle surface corrosion

Pass 10 Feb 2020 76,343 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 76,343 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction reset during test (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 203,432 miles

Long parking brake pedal travel and required effort only just met.

oil leak offside front

Pass 13 Feb 2019 66,310 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 193,991 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 12 Dec 2018 193,991 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 57,602 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Jan 2018 183,782 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 44,556 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 173,780 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Jan 2017 173,780 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Mar 2016 28,296 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 160,842 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 160,842 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 151,983 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 102,858 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 57,422 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre wearing low

offside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 1 Dec 2011 30,468 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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BSS 205M is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.9%.

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 BSS 205M, 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 BSS 205M registered?

BSS 205M is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 December 2012.

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The MOT history for BSS 205M shows 31 tests with a 83.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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