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M8 TWU

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

107,882 mi
Last recorded107,882 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 TWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Sep 2026 107,882 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 106,275 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 102,997 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view and nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 6 Sep 2023 98,924 miles

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

undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 1 Sep 2022 93,694 miles

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

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

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 6 Nov 2020 85,047 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 78,427 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 66,990 miles

Front registration plate slightly damaged slightly insecure

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Mar 2017 53,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 34,225 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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M8 TWU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M8 TWU, 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 M8 TWU registered?

M8 TWU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 19 December 2012.

Is M8 TWU safe to buy?

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