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HG12 VNK

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

79,247 mi
Last recorded79,247 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 VNK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 79,247 miles

no smoke detected on emmission test

Pass 12 Dec 2024 78,082 miles

Central Front Upper Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test removed air fresh (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2023 76,787 miles

no smoke detected on emissions test

Pass 21 Dec 2022 72,120 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

no smoke detected

Fail 21 Dec 2022 72,120 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

no smoke detected

Pass 14 Dec 2021 66,908 miles

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

No recordable diesel smoke emissions noted

Pass 24 Nov 2020 62,716 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 59,757 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 54,432 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 46,616 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 37,904 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 28,221 miles

Emissions to clean to register, no print outs.

Engine cover & under trays fitted at time of test.

Wiper blades wearing.

Pass 1 Jul 2015 20,170 miles

Emissions to clean to register, no print outs.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2015 19,705 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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HG12 VNK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HG12 VNK, 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 HG12 VNK registered?

HG12 VNK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 20 June 2012.

Is HG12 VNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG12 VNK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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