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SD12 CKU

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

88,561 mi
Last recorded88,561 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD12 CKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 88,561 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 86,245 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 84,742 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2023 84,741 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2022 82,654 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 80,347 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 78,781 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 78,781 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019 75,110 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity one inner led bar innop (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Fail 13 Apr 2019 75,110 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity one inner led bar innop (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 65,361 miles

Both front anti-roll bar drop links worn / play detected

Both rear tyres nearing limit - 2.0 / 2.5mm

Engine MIL lamp staying on

Pass 10 Jan 2017 53,148 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 40,749 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 36,567 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 36,567 miles

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

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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SD12 CKU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in White with a 2,987cc 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 SD12 CKU, 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

How do I check the history of SD12 CKU?

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What year was SD12 CKU registered?

SD12 CKU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 20 August 2012.

Is SD12 CKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD12 CKU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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