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LX12 VVH

2012 Mercedes-benz Sls

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,490 mi
Last recorded8,490 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Sls12,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX12 VVH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSls
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 8,490 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2025 8,453 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 8,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 8,263 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 8,163 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 7,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 6,828 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 6,149 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 6,008 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sls?

Based on 4,220 MOT tests across 446 vehicles.

93.5%
Pass Rate
411
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
446
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 50
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 14
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 6
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LX12 VVH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sls in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Sls models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 12,347 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sls fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX12 VVH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sls typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX12 VVH registered?

LX12 VVH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Sls, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is LX12 VVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX12 VVH shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX12 VVH have outstanding finance?

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