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RF12 XKT

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,524 mi
Last recorded154,524 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 XKT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 154,524 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 142,812 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 142,810 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 127,411 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 127,409 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 113,646 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 103,049 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 100,080 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 95,445 miles

Nearside Rear Jacking bunge missing

Pass 4 Oct 2019 88,906 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 76,549 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 63,960 miles

front no plate cracked

oil leak

slight cut in n/s front tyre

Pass 21 Jul 2016 52,053 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 52,053 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 36,346 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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RF12 XKT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Blue 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 RF12 XKT, 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 RF12 XKT registered?

RF12 XKT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is RF12 XKT safe to buy?

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