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GL12 WNU

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

104,171 mi
Last recorded104,171 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 WNU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 104,171 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 93,074 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2025 93,074 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords bald inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge nearly to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 85,922 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 77,272 miles

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

Under trays/sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 19 Jan 2023 77,271 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Under trays/sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Nov 2021 68,605 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 60,812 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 52,499 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 43,184 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 34,092 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 34,072 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing 2 bolts missing (4.2.A.1e)

bracket under vehicle insecure below exhaust system

lambda sensor wiring on exhaust secure but not clipped up correctly

Pass 21 Oct 2016 26,491 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 18,057 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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GL12 WNU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Grey 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 GL12 WNU, 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 GL12 WNU?

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What year was GL12 WNU registered?

GL12 WNU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 7 August 2012.

Is GL12 WNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 WNU 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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