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GR05 LYN

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,924 mi
Last recorded92,924 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR05 LYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 92,924 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 92,093 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 90,329 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 87,641 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 83,910 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 80,737 miles

Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer link bushes perishing slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 78,174 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 73,506 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 69,408 miles

Check Engine warning lamp on

Nearside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged slightly

Registration plate digit spacing poor

Pass 24 Jan 2017 65,400 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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GR05 LYN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 GR05 LYN, 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 GR05 LYN?

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What year was GR05 LYN registered?

GR05 LYN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is GR05 LYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR05 LYN shows 10 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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