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SM12 OGZ

2012 Mercedes Ml 250

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

116,319 mi
Last recorded116,319 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes Ml 25072,776 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 OGZ
MakeMercedes
ModelMl 250
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 116,319 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 98,000 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2024 97,925 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 88,825 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 84,652 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Aug 2020 80,614 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 76,726 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 69,794 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 63,507 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 57,832 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 50,229 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Wiper blades poor

Pass 19 May 2015 50,229 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Wiper blades poor

How Reliable is the Mercedes Ml 250?

Based on 7,460 MOT tests across 589 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
589
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 78
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 57
coil spring broken 42
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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SM12 OGZ is a 2012 Mercedes Ml 250 in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes Ml 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 72,776 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Ml 250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM12 OGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Ml 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes Ml 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM12 OGZ registered?

SM12 OGZ is a 2012 Mercedes Ml 250, first registered on 15 June 2012.

Is SM12 OGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 OGZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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