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VK12 MXP

2012 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

210,734 mi
Last recorded210,734 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls65,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 MXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 210,734 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 202,685 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 196,711 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 196,709 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2019 186,951 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 186,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 161,248 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2018 161,248 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 102,898 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 74,065 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 74,065 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 54,604 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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VK12 MXP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 VK12 MXP, 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 VK12 MXP registered?

VK12 MXP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 29 March 2012.

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