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HW12 AOX

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

112,622 mi
Last recorded112,622 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW12 AOX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 112,622 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 107,752 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2024 107,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 105,952 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 103,031 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 97,405 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 90,771 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 84,444 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 79,201 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 75,110 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 65,736 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 55,151 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 43,433 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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HW12 AOX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 3,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HW12 AOX, 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 HW12 AOX registered?

HW12 AOX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 14 April 2012.

Is HW12 AOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW12 AOX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HW12 AOX have outstanding finance?

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