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PY12 NJE

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,123 mi
Last recorded86,123 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY12 NJE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 86,123 miles

boost pipe weeping near cooler

Pass 29 Nov 2024 81,705 miles

Nearside Rear inner side light inop

Fail 29 Nov 2024 81,705 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear inner side light inop

Pass 29 Nov 2023 76,763 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2023 76,763 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 73,572 miles

rear fog light dim

Pass 22 Nov 2021 112,057 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 66,815 miles

Nearside Front Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 62,966 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 58,213 miles

Central Front Lower front to rear under cover fitted

offside/nearside front suspension dust cover perishing slightly

Fail 18 Dec 2018 58,213 miles

Central Front Lower front to rear under cover fitted

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system inoperative (5.2.3 (h) (ii))

offside/nearside front suspension dust cover perishing slightly

Pass 18 May 2018 54,026 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 45,719 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2016 36,883 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 27,906 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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PY12 NJE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black 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 PY12 NJE, 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 PY12 NJE registered?

PY12 NJE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is PY12 NJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY12 NJE shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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