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LD12 WZU

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

76,497 mi
Last recorded76,497 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 WZU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 76,497 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 72,084 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 67,495 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 64,220 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 59,745 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 54,156 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2020 51,483 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 51,106 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 51,106 miles

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 44,587 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 37,376 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 31,411 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 25,633 miles

both front tyres wear inner/outer

Pass 8 Apr 2015 16,947 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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LD12 WZU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LD12 WZU, 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 LD12 WZU?

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What year was LD12 WZU registered?

LD12 WZU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is LD12 WZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD12 WZU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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