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LD12 FGK

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,059 mi
Last recorded97,059 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 FGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 97,059 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 92,778 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 88,467 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2024 88,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn to the cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge has splits all round the inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2023 82,275 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on outer edges

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 79,219 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 72,739 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2020 68,323 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 61,479 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))

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

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

Fail 11 Mar 2019 61,479 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))

Nearside Front Road wheel tyre retaining ring not correctly fitted (5.2.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 55,276 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre edges worn

Offside Rear Tyre has cuts to tread, Not deep enough to reach cords

Fail 23 Mar 2018 55,184 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre edges worn

Offside Rear Tyre has cuts to tread, Not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 22 Mar 2017 46,919 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 29 Feb 2016 39,922 miles

front brake discs lipped

front brake pads worn low

Pass 9 Mar 2015 31,404 miles

both rear tyres deteriorated

both rear tyres worn on edges

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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LD12 FGK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LD12 FGK, 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 LD12 FGK registered?

LD12 FGK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is LD12 FGK safe to buy?

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