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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,688 cc

A12 SSXMOT history

A12 SSX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 8 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Nov 2020 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 160,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2022.

A12 SSX silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Nov 2020
Mileage
160,104 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2022
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 SSX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
8 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Nov 2020
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

A12 SSX was last recorded at 160,104 miles on 3 Oct 2022, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,076 miles · 6 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
6,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 160,104 miles
  • 2021 – 160,076 miles
  • 2019 – 155,882 miles
  • 2018 – 150,601 miles
  • 2017 – 147,267 miles
  • 2016 – 144,978 miles
  • 2015 – 142,785 miles
  • 2014 – 140,008 miles
  • 2013 – 133,294 miles
  • 2012 – 128,683 miles
  • 2011 – 118,011 miles
  • 2010 – 103,522 miles
  • 2009 – 89,250 miles
  • 2008 – 75,473 miles
  • 2007 – 64,261 miles
  • 2005 – 50,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,104 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear at front (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Through welded repair (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded All four coming from ABS module (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryMain bream randomly flashes
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryWith ignition off turning sidelights on brings ignition lights on

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail160,104 miles (+28)2 dangerous10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,104 miles
    Test number
    670469142142
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear at front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Through welded repair (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded All four coming from ABS module (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMain bream randomly flashes
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWith ignition off turning sidelights on brings ignition lights on

  2. Fail160,076 miles (+4,194)5 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,076 miles
    Test number
    529968798939
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Front Power steering component misaligned and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (e) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Power steering component misaligned and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (e) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust gas recirculation valve obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass155,882 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    155,882 miles
    Test number
    573923941137
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail155,869 miles (+5,268)2 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,869 miles
    Test number
    478033249545
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass150,601 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    150,601 miles
    Test number
    297372635811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Fail150,601 miles (+3,334)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,601 miles
    Test number
    185239523352
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass147,267 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    147,267 miles
    Test number
    665948640394
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Fail147,267 miles (+2,289)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,267 miles
    Test number
    710416734380
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass144,978 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    144,978 miles
    Test number
    393452119698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail144,974 miles (+2,189)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,974 miles
    Test number
    199603000264
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass142,785 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    142,785 miles
    Test number
    607101295074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail142,781 miles (+2,773)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,781 miles
    Test number
    297476685059
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass140,008 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    140,008 miles
    Test number
    319940484088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail140,006 miles (+6,712)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,006 miles
    Test number
    826656064087
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass133,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    133,294 miles
    Test number
    405090153005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail133,294 miles (+4,611)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,294 miles
    Test number
    155319043034
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass128,683 miles (+10,672)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    128,683 miles
    Test number
    689155852063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass118,011 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    118,011 miles
    Test number
    208587561057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail117,992 miles (+14,470)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,992 miles
    Test number
    116966061031
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass103,522 miles (+14,272)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    103,522 miles
    Test number
    684749560045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,250 miles (+13,777)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    89,250 miles
    Test number
    384594539095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass75,473 miles (+11,212)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    75,473 miles
    Test number
    331324108052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,261 miles (+14,036)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    64,261 miles
    Test number
    391103527065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,225 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    50,225 miles
    Test number
    482340505382
    • NoteBoth front tyres very close to limit, paticularly offside.

Questions about A12 SSX

Does A12 SSX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A12 SSX expired on 20 Nov 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A12 SSX?
The MOT on A12 SSX expired on 20 Nov 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A12 SSX done?
A12 SSX was recorded at 160,104 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2022, an average of 6,489 miles a year.
Has A12 SSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 SSX has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on A12 SSX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on A12 SSX find?
A12 SSX failed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 10 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability broken; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability broken; brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear at front, and 13 more.

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