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A18 GOT

2013 Mercedes-benz Ml

Brown Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

64,194 mi
Last recorded64,194 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Ml67,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 GOT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2013
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 64,194 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2025 64,194 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 61,254 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 58,451 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 56,596 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 54,162 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 52,422 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 52,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 49,256 miles

Full length under trays fitted which obscure some components for inspection

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Trailer electrical socket insecure Bracket is loose (4.10 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2019 49,255 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Full length under trays fitted which obscure some components for inspection

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Trailer electrical socket insecure Bracket is loose (4.10 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 43,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges wearing thin (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges wearing thin (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 37,578 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 32,989 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 25,144 miles

Nearside Front tyre getting low on tread on outer edge

Offside Front tyre getting low on tread on outer edge

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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A18 GOT is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Ml in Brown with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 67,494 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 A18 GOT, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Ml is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A18 GOT registered?

A18 GOT is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 4 March 2013.

Is A18 GOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 GOT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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