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LG12 DCZ

2012 Mercedes Ml 250

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

45,974 mi
Last recorded45,974 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes Ml 25072,776 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 DCZ
MakeMercedes
ModelMl 250
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 45,974 miles
Fail 19 May 2026 45,965 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2025 45,868 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 45,485 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 45,090 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 44,327 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 43,675 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 42,111 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 41,445 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 39,266 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 36,790 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 34,109 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 30,110 miles

child seat fitted unable to fully inspect adult seat belt

Pass 19 Mar 2015 21,871 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Ml 250?

Based on 7,460 MOT tests across 589 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
589
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 78
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 57
coil spring broken 42
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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LG12 DCZ is a 2012 Mercedes Ml 250 in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes Ml 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 72,776 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Ml 250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG12 DCZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Ml 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes Ml 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LG12 DCZ?

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What year was LG12 DCZ registered?

LG12 DCZ is a 2012 Mercedes Ml 250, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is LG12 DCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG12 DCZ 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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