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BU54 RRE

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,163 mi
Last recorded85,163 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 RRE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 85,163 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2025 79,656 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 76,277 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 69,908 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 57,619 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 47,332 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 39,746 miles

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures engine covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures suspension covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 29,599 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 23,168 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 23,166 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2017 19,848 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2017 19,848 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 16,488 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 13,452 miles

O/S/F AND N/S/F TYRES WEARING ON EDGES,CUTS.

Fail 17 Dec 2015 13,452 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced FRONT AND REAR (6.3.4a)

registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height FRONT,REAR (6.3.4a)

O/S/F AND N/S/F TYRES WEARING ON EDGES,CUTS.

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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BU54 RRE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BU54 RRE, 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 BU54 RRE registered?

BU54 RRE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is BU54 RRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 RRE shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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