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P16 LKJ

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,135 mi
Last recorded135,135 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP16 LKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 135,135 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2026 135,135 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Filled up screen washer bottle. (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 80,345 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 80,345 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Filled washer bottle. (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 77,044 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 75,157 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 72,950 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 70,846 miles

brake pad wear message on

sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2020 69,343 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 65,601 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 61,197 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 61,197 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 56,822 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 49,633 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 38,648 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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P16 LKJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P16 LKJ, 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 P16 LKJ registered?

P16 LKJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is P16 LKJ safe to buy?

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