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WU12 UBK

2012 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

114,845 mi
Last recorded114,845 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls65,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU12 UBK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 114,845 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 113,383 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 111,528 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2023 111,507 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 108,514 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 101,247 miles

Covers & shield fitted

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 94,027 miles

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

covers + shields fitted

diesel emissions low

oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2019 85,945 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2018 72,352 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 285/30r19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 285/30r19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2016 54,095 miles

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

covers & shields fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2015 40,358 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 33,340 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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WU12 UBK 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 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WU12 UBK, 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 WU12 UBK registered?

WU12 UBK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is WU12 UBK safe to buy?

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