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J50 CEK

2012 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,204 mi
Last recorded70,204 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2020
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls65,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ50 CEK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2020 70,204 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted limiting view to testable items

nearside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Jan 2019 43,423 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2018 43,376 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2017 38,669 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 33,177 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 28,602 miles

advise near side front tyre outer side wall damaged

advise near side rear tyre , tread wearing low

Fail 6 Jan 2016 28,601 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (4.1.D.1b)

advise near side front tyre outer side wall damaged

advise near side rear tyre , tread wearing low

advise rear brake pads wearing low

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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J50 CEK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J50 CEK, 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 J50 CEK registered?

J50 CEK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is J50 CEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J50 CEK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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