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VU62 VOP

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,220 mi
Last recorded120,220 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 VOP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 120,220 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 119,604 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 115,131 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 112,176 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 102,501 miles

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall inner wall has tear but not through to the cords

Pass 29 Jul 2020 96,469 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 86,103 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 81,173 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 81,172 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 63,841 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 49,701 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 48,732 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 48,732 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

EML on !!

Uneven tyre wear on offside front tyre.

Pass 21 Aug 2015 36,915 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 36,915 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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VU62 VOP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VU62 VOP, 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 VU62 VOP registered?

VU62 VOP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is VU62 VOP safe to buy?

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