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YF62 VJD

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

134,670 mi
Last recorded134,670 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF62 VJD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 134,670 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 134,670 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 112,172 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 112,171 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle door doesn't open from outside (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 95,995 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 79,880 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 65,198 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn off on inner and outer edges

Offside Front Tyre worn off on inner and outer edges

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Nov 2015 65,198 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn off on inner and outer edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn off on inner and outer edges

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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YF62 VJD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YF62 VJD, 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 YF62 VJD registered?

YF62 VJD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 19 December 2012.

Is YF62 VJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF62 VJD shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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