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Y55 CKS

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,435 mi
Last recorded98,435 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY55 CKS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 98,435 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2024 79,740 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2024 79,740 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2024 64,733 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 46,852 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 35,764 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 27,362 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 26,062 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 24,686 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 20,760 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Apr 2017 20,760 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Apr 2016 16,454 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 16,454 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front washers not enough liquid (8.2.3)

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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Y55 CKS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y55 CKS, 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 Y55 CKS registered?

Y55 CKS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 16 October 2012.

Is Y55 CKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y55 CKS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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