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TC02 GTC

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

164,559 mi
Last recorded164,559 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTC02 GTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 164,559 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 157,753 miles

Brake pads & discs worn front & rear.

Engine oil leak

Windscreen slight damage

Fail 4 Nov 2022 157,752 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pads & discs worn front & rear.

Engine oil leak

Windscreen slight damage

Pass 16 Sep 2021 121,466 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 98,963 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 98,957 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 265 40 21 105y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2019 88,767 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 75,889 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 63,883 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 61,642 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 52,916 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 42,398 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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TC02 GTC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TC02 GTC, 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.

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What year was TC02 GTC registered?

TC02 GTC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is TC02 GTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for TC02 GTC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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