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JV12 AMG

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

White Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

94,062 mi
Last recorded94,062 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

RegistrationJV12 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 94,062 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Dec 2025 93,934 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 88,632 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 88,282 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2024 88,044 miles

Emission control equipment obviously modified (8.2.1.1 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 82,370 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 73,919 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2022 73,793 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 66,902 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2021 66,902 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 58,936 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 50,160 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 48,125 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 46,687 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 38,135 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Dec 2015 27,025 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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JV12 AMG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in White with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 JV12 AMG, 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 JV12 AMG registered?

JV12 AMG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 28 December 2012.

Is JV12 AMG safe to buy?

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