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KV12 JXB

2012 Mercedes-benz Gl

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,236 mi
Last recorded132,236 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl75,628 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 JXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelGl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 132,236 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts on outer edge. 275/50R20 113V (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 124,512 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 124,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 114,313 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 107,378 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 97,710 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 92,802 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 85,361 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 72,389 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 72,389 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 64,208 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 64,207 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 47,447 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 31,895 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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KV12 JXB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl in Black 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 Gl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 75,628 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 Gl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV12 JXB, 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 KV12 JXB registered?

KV12 JXB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Gl, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is KV12 JXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV12 JXB 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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