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C7 GTT

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Gold Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

85,753 mi
Last recorded85,753 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 GTT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 85,753 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2026 85,750 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 81,935 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2025 81,935 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 78,462 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 75,354 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2023 75,353 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Broken. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 71,305 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 64,183 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 62,107 miles

Chips stones on screen

Emissions very clean to obtain printout / engine cover and under trays fitted obstructing components

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 57,810 miles

Emissions very clean to obtain printout

Pass 8 Mar 2018 52,207 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 52,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 48,049 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 48,049 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 42,852 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 33,578 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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C7 GTT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Gold with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 C7 GTT, 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

How do I check the history of C7 GTT?

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What year was C7 GTT registered?

C7 GTT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is C7 GTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 GTT shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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