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V15 CLS

2012 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests34 (26 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,630 mi
Last recorded32,630 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls65,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV15 CLS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

26 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 32,630 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2026 210,214 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Apr 2026 210,211 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs all round (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 May 2025 30,806 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 185,811 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 29,247 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 29,246 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 157,797 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 May 2023 27,000 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 134,941 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 25,137 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 25,137 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 110,264 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 22,831 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 22,831 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2021 89,354 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 1 Jul 2020 21,445 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 80,899 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 May 2019 66,289 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 19,542 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 58,901 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 17,246 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 54,692 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 54,506 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Apr 2017 15,610 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 15,610 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 44,197 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 13,190 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 39,743 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 39,741 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 10,889 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 32,571 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 28,461 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 28,458 miles

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

o/side front tyre wearing on edges & craking in tread

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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V15 CLS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 34 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 V15 CLS, 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 V15 CLS registered?

V15 CLS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is V15 CLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V15 CLS shows 34 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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