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SA12 ZUD

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,706 mi
Last recorded130,706 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA12 ZUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2026 130,706 miles

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2025 122,012 miles

under tray and engine cover fitted.

Pass 24 Feb 2024 115,339 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

UNDER TRAY AND ENGINE COVER FITTED.

Pass 18 Feb 2023 113,940 miles

Front Lower Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

under tray and engine cover fitted.

Pass 12 Feb 2022 106,000 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted.

Pass 6 Feb 2021 102,498 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under tray fitted.

Pass 1 Feb 2020 90,661 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted.

Pass 2 Nov 2018 72,160 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 53,766 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 43,362 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 33,023 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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SA12 ZUD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 3,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SA12 ZUD, 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 SA12 ZUD registered?

SA12 ZUD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is SA12 ZUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA12 ZUD shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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