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FT12 OZV

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,040 mi
Last recorded90,040 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 OZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 90,040 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner+outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 2 Aug 2025 90,014 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner+outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 82,944 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre wearing on edge

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

Pass 5 Aug 2023 73,829 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 66,248 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 62,996 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 61,660 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 59,695 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 34,183 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 29,467 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 24,858 miles

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

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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FT12 OZV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 FT12 OZV, 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 FT12 OZV?

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What year was FT12 OZV registered?

FT12 OZV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is FT12 OZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT12 OZV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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