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MD02 JSD

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

134,124 mi
Last recorded134,124 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD02 JSD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 134,124 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 125,507 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 117,596 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 108,925 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 102,034 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 95,549 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 85,657 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 85,654 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 76,006 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 76,006 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 62,560 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 51,505 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 51,483 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 39,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.62mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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MD02 JSD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MD02 JSD, 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.

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What year was MD02 JSD registered?

MD02 JSD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is MD02 JSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD02 JSD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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