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G3 SFS

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,157 mi
Last recorded99,157 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 SFS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 99,157 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 88,227 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 76,832 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 64,442 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 53,728 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 52,576 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 51,191 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Aug 2018 48,123 miles

undercovers fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2017 43,225 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 37,393 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 33,814 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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G3 SFS 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 100%.

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 G3 SFS, 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 G3 SFS registered?

G3 SFS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 12 July 2012.

Is G3 SFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 SFS shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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