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KM12 VSP

2012 Mercedes-benz Gl

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

169,420 mi
Last recorded169,420 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl75,628 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM12 VSP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 169,420 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 166,622 miles

Engine Cover & Under Tray's Fitted

Front Lower Nearside & Offside Suspension Arm Rear Bushes Slightly Worn

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Surface Rust On Inner Sills Nearside & Offside

Pass 24 Dec 2022 160,781 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 145,565 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under bonnet covers / under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components

Fail 20 Oct 2021 145,565 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Low on tread - 3mm - 275/50/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 275/50/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Low on tread - 3mm - 275/50/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under bonnet covers / under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components

Pass 2 Oct 2020 139,257 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 130,793 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 111,181 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 85,643 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

General corrosion to exhaust system

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 64,535 miles

Rear tyres wearing low

all brake disks show wear

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some under body componets

Pass 7 Aug 2015 46,136 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Gl?

Based on 50,164 MOT tests across 4,735 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
7,279
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
4,735
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 610
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 271
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 232
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 220
position lamp(s) not working 172
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KM12 VSP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 75,628 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Gl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM12 VSP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Gl typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Gl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KM12 VSP registered?

KM12 VSP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 4 July 2012.

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