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M20 NKD

2012 Mercedes-benz 350

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests32 (28 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,424 mi
Last recorded63,424 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz 35059,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM20 NKD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

28 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 63,424 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 15,950 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 61,401 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 61,401 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 15,140 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 60,701 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 60,157 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 59,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 14,120 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 56,414 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2021 56,408 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2020 55,880 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak at front of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 13,379 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 53,807 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 12,789 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 50,487 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 50,487 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2018 11,579 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 45,923 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 10,829 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit borderline (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2016 43,389 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 43,389 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 34,696 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 8,590 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 7,703 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 6,335 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 5,831 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 5,711 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 5,676 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 5,485 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 4,426 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2007 2,818 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 350?

Based on 11,867 MOT tests across 1,405 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
1,405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 748
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 543
brake binding 449
Headlamp aim too low 313
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 299
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M20 NKD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 350 in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 59,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 350 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 748 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M20 NKD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was M20 NKD registered?

M20 NKD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 14 May 2012.

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