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KM12 VTC

2012 Mercedes G 350

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

101,870 mi
Last recorded101,870 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes G 35065,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM12 VTC
MakeMercedes
ModelG 350
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 101,870 miles

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

Offside Front 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))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 97,969 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2025 97,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rotation incorrect (5.2.3 (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 91,362 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 81,843 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 74,234 miles
Fail 29 May 2021 74,178 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2020 67,390 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 60,724 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 57,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 47,997 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2017 47,045 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 22,847 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes G 350?

Based on 1,481 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
6,041
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5
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KM12 VTC is a 2012 Mercedes G 350 in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes G 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 65,648 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 G 350 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM12 VTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes G 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes G 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KM12 VTC registered?

KM12 VTC is a 2012 Mercedes G 350, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is KM12 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM12 VTC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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