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KU12 MKV

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

135,784 mi
Last recorded135,784 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU12 MKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 135,784 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 127,129 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 114,623 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 103,559 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 103,414 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 92,469 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 7 Dec 2020 80,146 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 69,623 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 56,016 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 45,729 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 35,571 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 23,112 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 21,325 miles

n/s/f tyre outer edge low tread

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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KU12 MKV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KU12 MKV, 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 KU12 MKV?

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What year was KU12 MKV registered?

KU12 MKV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 16 July 2012.

Is KU12 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU12 MKV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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