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EA12 RVK

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

120,765 mi
Last recorded120,765 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA12 RVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 120,765 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 115,503 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 104,547 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 95,284 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 85,639 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 76,111 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 67,310 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 57,040 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 50,857 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 50,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 44,053 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 42,078 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 34,738 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 34,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 27,714 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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EA12 RVK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EA12 RVK, 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 EA12 RVK?

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What year was EA12 RVK registered?

EA12 RVK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is EA12 RVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA12 RVK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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