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BG62 XZE

2012 Mercedes-benz Cls

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,483 mi
Last recorded148,483 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls65,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 XZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024 148,483 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 148,481 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 145,233 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 145,233 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 139,769 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 139,769 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Dec 2020 136,795 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at flexi joint (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 132,505 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 113,738 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 91,553 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 72,589 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 49,690 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Cls?

Based on 421,126 MOT tests across 35,498 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
6,663
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
35,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,450
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,682
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2,819
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,595
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 2,284
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BG62 XZE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 65,750 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 Cls fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG62 XZE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Cls typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG62 XZE registered?

BG62 XZE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is BG62 XZE safe to buy?

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