2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 3.0L Diesel · VA51 CBA
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (3.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Oct 2012. Recorded mileage 115,563 miles. MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ ML
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,563 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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VA51 CBA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 06/12/2025
- 115,563 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VA51 CBA 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 (VA51 CBA) between October 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
VA51 CBA Mileage History
- 24/10/2023105,500 mi
- 21/10/2024108,107 mi+2,607 mi
- 13/12/2024111,884 mi+3,777 mi
- 14/12/2024111,930 mi+46 mi
- 06/12/2025115,563 mi+3,633 mi
Average of roughly 4,748 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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