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X80 LOU

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,265 mi
Last recorded117,265 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX80 LOU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 117,265 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2026 117,265 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 111,360 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 107,036 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 97,432 miles

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

Rear Brake pads just over 1/2 worn

Pass 8 Feb 2022 85,836 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 85,836 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 265/40/21 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2021 76,811 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 68,307 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 57,885 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 52,714 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 51,897 miles

The emt tell tale is on

Fail 27 Nov 2017 51,897 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

The emt tell tale is on

Pass 20 Dec 2016 45,320 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 35,498 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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X80 LOU 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 X80 LOU, 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 X80 LOU registered?

X80 LOU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is X80 LOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X80 LOU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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