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SM12 LYO

2012 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,839 mi
Last recorded80,839 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls65,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 LYO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 80,839 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 68,848 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 68,848 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 63,379 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

brake pad warning light on.

Fail 24 Oct 2016 63,379 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

brake pad warning light on.

Pass 17 Nov 2015 33,963 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 33,897 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 33,101 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 33,099 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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SM12 LYO is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SM12 LYO, 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 SM12 LYO registered?

SM12 LYO is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 4 July 2012.

Is SM12 LYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 LYO shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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