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DC12 HBJ

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

129,806 mi
Last recorded129,806 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC12 HBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 129,806 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F & O/S/R (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 123,651 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 123,649 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2023 122,295 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 115,274 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 108,647 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 96,871 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 85,672 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 68,410 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 54,064 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 26 May 2017 53,876 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 May 2016 42,901 miles

engine cover and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 27 May 2016 42,901 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine cover and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Jun 2015 16,745 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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DC12 HBJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DC12 HBJ, 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 DC12 HBJ registered?

DC12 HBJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 9 June 2012.

Is DC12 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC12 HBJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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