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KM12 UXX

2012 Mercedes-benz Cls

Grey Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

79,152 mi
Last recorded79,152 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls65,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM12 UXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 79,152 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2026 79,052 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2025 71,807 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 66,564 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 61,921 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 61,754 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 57,338 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2022 57,209 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 47,528 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 33,565 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 27,720 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 24,426 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 24,419 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2016 21,383 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 17,381 miles

Both front tyres has inner wear

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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KM12 UXX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls in Grey with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KM12 UXX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KM12 UXX registered?

KM12 UXX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 7 June 2012.

Is KM12 UXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM12 UXX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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