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MR07 ALB

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

157,954 mi
Last recorded157,954 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR07 ALB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 157,954 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 154,091 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 151,066 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 144,027 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 136,391 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 131,785 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 129,880 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 108,893 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 18 Sep 2018 108,893 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 89,172 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 73,730 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 54,175 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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MR07 ALB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MR07 ALB, 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 MR07 ALB registered?

MR07 ALB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is MR07 ALB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR07 ALB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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