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A23 TEF

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,798 mi
Last recorded86,798 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 TEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 86,798 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 77,528 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Sep 2023 68,409 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 68,409 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 56,460 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 50,847 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 47,968 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 42,954 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear door damaged

Pass 29 Aug 2018 35,489 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 29,928 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 24,838 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 19,843 miles

Offside Front Tyre wearing bald of tread on inner shoulder.

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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A23 TEF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 A23 TEF, 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 A23 TEF?

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What year was A23 TEF registered?

A23 TEF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is A23 TEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 TEF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A23 TEF have outstanding finance?

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