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SM61 TFJ

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,067 mi
Last recorded136,067 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 TFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 136,067 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported flexi (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material body to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2025 133,484 miles

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small cut (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 124,391 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 113,339 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 107,631 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 99,981 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 97,130 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 92,489 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2019 88,964 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 75,839 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 61,000 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 48,186 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 34,457 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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SM61 TFJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 SM61 TFJ, 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 SM61 TFJ registered?

SM61 TFJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 19 January 2012.

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