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VK12 SWV

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

100,815 mi
Last recorded100,815 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 SWV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 100,815 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2022 90,826 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))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 80,419 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 68,625 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 9 Aug 2019 68,625 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 8 Feb 2019 62,651 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 53,771 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2017 48,434 miles

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2016 37,011 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 25,782 miles

under trays fitted

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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VK12 SWV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VK12 SWV, 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 VK12 SWV registered?

VK12 SWV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is VK12 SWV safe to buy?

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