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S33 JJB

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,532 mi
Last recorded84,532 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS33 JJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 84,532 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge with cut on tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2025 80,714 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 80,714 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 77,773 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 75,810 miles

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

Nearside rear brake pads worn

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 68,720 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 56,539 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 56,539 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 50,369 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 44,085 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 40,232 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 40,232 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 33,840 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 29,902 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 29,902 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 23,933 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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S33 JJB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S33 JJB, 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 S33 JJB registered?

S33 JJB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is S33 JJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S33 JJB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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