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PM05 GUY

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

149,125 mi
Last recorded149,125 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPM05 GUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 149,125 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 112,129 miles

some steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

some surface rust on exhaust system

under floor panel fitted unable to check some components

Pass 2 Jul 2020 88,423 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 88,472 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 80,093 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 70,544 miles

Emissions not detected

Pass 18 Apr 2017 60,438 miles

emissions not detected on test

Fail 18 Apr 2017 60,438 miles

Headlamp aim too low both head light aims (1.8)

emissions not detected on test

Pass 5 Apr 2016 49,993 miles

both rear tyres worn close to tread warning bars

under trays fitted

Fail 5 Apr 2016 49,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear tyres worn close to tread warning bars

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2015 39,481 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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PM05 GUY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 PM05 GUY, 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 PM05 GUY registered?

PM05 GUY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is PM05 GUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PM05 GUY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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