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KY12 YBG

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

128,275 mi
Last recorded128,275 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY12 YBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 128,275 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Offside and nearside front tyres wearing slightly on inner and outer edges

Fail 5 Nov 2025 128,275 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Various cuts to cords on tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Offside and nearside front tyres wearing slightly on inner and outer edges

Pass 15 Nov 2024 122,090 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Nov 2023 115,939 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 115,939 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 106,498 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 96,459 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 87,750 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close also signs of damage (5.2.3 (e))

suspect bad engine oil leak under tray badly contaminated

Pass 25 Nov 2019 78,065 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 67,457 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened suspect below minimum thickness (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 58,486 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 49,112 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 44,760 miles

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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KY12 YBG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Grey 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-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 KY12 YBG, 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 KY12 YBG?

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What year was KY12 YBG registered?

KY12 YBG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is KY12 YBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY12 YBG 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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