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SX12 DLN

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,382 mi
Last recorded81,382 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX12 DLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 81,382 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2025 78,303 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 74,737 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 69,817 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jul 2022 64,278 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 54,090 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 54,077 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 51,196 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 45,279 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 40,614 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 32,824 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 26,515 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 20,294 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 12,585 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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SX12 DLN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SX12 DLN, 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 SX12 DLN registered?

SX12 DLN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is SX12 DLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX12 DLN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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