CarVerify

Free Car Check

KA08 KAA

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

54,597 mi
Last recorded54,597 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA08 KAA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 54,597 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Nov 2025 54,597 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 53,155 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

brake pad warning light on

Pass 15 Nov 2023 51,069 miles

low brake pad warning light on

Pass 24 Nov 2022 49,134 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 46,688 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Just under 1/4 both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 44,639 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 42,054 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 37,855 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))

rear tyres wearing near marker bars

Pass 16 May 2017 32,773 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 May 2016 28,440 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 21,325 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
Full Mercedes-benz Ml reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KA08 KAA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KA08 KAA, 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 KA08 KAA?

You can check the full history of KA08 KAA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KA08 KAA registered?

KA08 KAA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is KA08 KAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KA08 KAA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KA08 KAA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KA08 KAA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.