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KV12 KWT

2012 Mercedes-benz Cls

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

107,590 mi
Last recorded107,590 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls65,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 KWT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 107,590 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 102,365 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 97,712 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 90,805 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 81,338 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 78,686 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 77,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Chunk out of outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Replace asap (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 69,238 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 68,752 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 63,176 miles

oil leak from engine

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of fuel lines, brake pipes and engine bay under car

Fail 6 Nov 2018 63,176 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front tyre getting low on tread

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

oil leak from engine

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of fuel lines, brake pipes and engine bay under car

Pass 28 Nov 2017 55,710 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 49,218 miles

Nearside Rear bent bumper cable tied in/tight, so no edges are protruding outwards

Nearside Rear door/bumper damaged

engine oil low

Pass 10 Nov 2015 38,882 miles

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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KV12 KWT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KV12 KWT, 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 KV12 KWT registered?

KV12 KWT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 16 April 2012.

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