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SB62 DYT

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

140,457 mi
Last recorded140,457 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB62 DYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 140,457 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 134,471 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 134,157 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 126,952 miles

Coolant leak TOP radiator hose area ??? ()

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2023 126,952 miles

Coolant leak TOP radiator hose area ??? ()

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 120,756 miles

Coolant leak TOP radiator hose AREA ??? ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 115,458 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 115,458 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 110,423 miles

Oil leak.

Fail 27 Nov 2020 109,962 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 103,346 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 97,419 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 89,939 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 77,702 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 60,159 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil leak

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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SB62 DYT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SB62 DYT, 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 SB62 DYT registered?

SB62 DYT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 14 December 2012.

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