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KW12 WYB

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

104,932 mi
Last recorded104,932 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 WYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 104,932 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 97,815 miles

All brake discs worn

All tyres worn low

Front brake pads worn

Minor grease around offside outer driveshaft gaiter

Pass 14 Jun 2024 91,805 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer CV gaiter damp

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 84,554 miles

grease around offside front driveshaft outer gaiter

some secondary sidelight leds inoperative on rear tail lights

Fail 8 Jun 2023 84,554 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

grease around offside front driveshaft outer gaiter

some secondary sidelight leds inoperative on rear tail lights

Pass 16 Jun 2022 73,074 miles

grease around offside front outer cv gaiter

minor damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

wear to brake discs

Pass 14 Jun 2021 61,618 miles

Grease around offside front outer cv gaiter

Offside rear coil spring corroded

Rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 10 Jun 2019 37,725 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 34,144 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 30,281 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 27,088 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 18,787 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KW12 WYB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KW12 WYB, 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

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What year was KW12 WYB registered?

KW12 WYB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 20 August 2012.

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