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YY12 EVF

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

117,167 mi
Last recorded117,167 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY12 EVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 117,167 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2026 117,167 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 105,111 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 95,651 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 86,337 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 74,749 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 74,356 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 70,293 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2019 66,024 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2018 59,429 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 50,502 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 44,509 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 34,300 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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YY12 EVF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YY12 EVF, 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 YY12 EVF?

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What year was YY12 EVF registered?

YY12 EVF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is YY12 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY12 EVF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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