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KS12 PNF

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

90,086 mi
Last recorded90,086 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS12 PNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 90,086 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 77,995 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Aug 2024 77,995 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction FAULT WITH- STARTER CONTROL UNIT SHORT TO EARTH (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2023 57,443 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 40,016 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT AND REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 23,864 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 15,828 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 15,579 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 15,578 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 13,608 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 13,572 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc has light surface corrosion on

Nearside Rear Brake disc has light surface corrosion on

Offside Front Brake disc has light surface corrosion on

Offside Rear Brake disc has light surface corrosion on

Pass 6 Oct 2016 13,545 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 13,545 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 13,519 miles

slight surface rust on the front and rear brake discs

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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KS12 PNF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KS12 PNF, 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.

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What year was KS12 PNF registered?

KS12 PNF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 17 July 2012.

Is KS12 PNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS12 PNF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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