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L22 BNS

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,686 mi
Last recorded108,686 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL22 BNS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2026 108,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm/at limit, bald on edges & cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm/at limit, worn on edges & cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2025 103,564 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2024 98,443 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 94,562 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 90,415 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box leaking oil (minor) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 81,192 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 72,165 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Sep 2019 66,216 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 59,776 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 54,565 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 49,164 miles

emissions to clean to register smoke test

eml light on dash

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2015 44,640 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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L22 BNS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L22 BNS, 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 L22 BNS registered?

L22 BNS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 July 2012.

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