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BD12 GZF

2012 Mercedes-benz 350

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

83,592 mi
Last recorded83,592 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz 35059,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 GZF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Nov 2025 83,592 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front & rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 79,724 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 75,583 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 70,707 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2022 70,707 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 66,541 miles

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Fail 13 Apr 2021 66,466 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2019 61,781 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 54,674 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 44,144 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 30,035 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 29,896 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 27,412 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 23,531 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 350?

Based on 11,867 MOT tests across 1,405 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
1,405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 748
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 543
brake binding 449
Headlamp aim too low 313
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 299
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BD12 GZF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 350 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 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 59,110 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 350 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 748 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD12 GZF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BD12 GZF registered?

BD12 GZF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 28 June 2012.

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The MOT history for BD12 GZF 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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