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AK58 GAR

2012 Mercedes-benz Ml

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,953 mi
Last recorded94,953 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml69,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 GAR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 94,953 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 92,030 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 86,828 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2023 86,828 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 81,022 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Dec 2022 81,021 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 76,611 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 72,055 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 28 May 2019 68,805 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 54,016 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 43,611 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 43,611 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 36,758 miles

engine to clean no co detected

Pass 24 Jun 2015 26,709 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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AK58 GAR is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AK58 GAR, 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 AK58 GAR registered?

AK58 GAR is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is AK58 GAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 GAR 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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