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X5 GJV

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

93,122 mi
Last recorded93,122 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 GJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 93,122 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 85,446 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 85,446 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in tread exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in tread exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2024 80,000 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 74,093 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 67,517 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 62,332 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 57,772 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 18 Dec 2018 46,950 miles

both rear tyres worn

Fail 18 Dec 2018 46,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

both rear tyres worn

Pass 22 Dec 2017 36,259 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 36,257 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low adjusted (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 20,108 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 15,580 miles

Front both front tyres worn/bald inner and outer edges

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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X5 GJV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X5 GJV, 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 X5 GJV registered?

X5 GJV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 9 July 2012.

Is X5 GJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X5 GJV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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