2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 3.0L Diesel · EN12 XSL
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (3.0L, diesel). First registered 27 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 145,763 miles. MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ ML
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 145,763 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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EN12 XSL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 06/03/2026
- 145,763 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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EN12 XSL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz Ml (EN12 XSL) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
EN12 XSL Mileage History
- 26/03/2024110,201 mi
- 26/03/2024110,201 mi
- 19/03/2025112,732 mi+2,531 mi
- 20/03/2025112,778 mi+46 mi
- 06/03/2026145,763 mi+32,985 mi
Average of roughly 18,294 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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