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MK12 KKJ

2012 Mercedes-benz Cls

White Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,013 mi
Last recorded98,013 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls65,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK12 KKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 98,013 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 96,366 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 93,473 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear seat belts could not be tested due to covers fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2023 91,281 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 88,987 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 88,986 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 84,000 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 76,012 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 55,732 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 55,053 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 55,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 40,028 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 39,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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MK12 KKJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls in White with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 MK12 KKJ, 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 MK12 KKJ registered?

MK12 KKJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is MK12 KKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK12 KKJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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