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YJ62 VZZ

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Grey Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,943 mi
Last recorded29,943 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ62 VZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 29,943 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 26,840 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2016 21,065 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 30 Sep 2016 21,065 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside 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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YJ62 VZZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Grey with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YJ62 VZZ, 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

How do I check the history of YJ62 VZZ?

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What year was YJ62 VZZ registered?

YJ62 VZZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is YJ62 VZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ62 VZZ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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