2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · V60 EAB
2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 107,852 miles. MOT valid until 07 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,852 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V60 EAB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2026
- 107,852 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V60 EAB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz Cls (V60 EAB) between September 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
V60 EAB Mileage History
- 15/09/202299,241 mi
- 25/09/2023102,506 mi+3,265 mi
- 19/09/2024104,659 mi+2,153 mi
- 19/09/2025106,328 mi+1,669 mi
- 22/09/2026107,852 mi+1,524 mi
Average of roughly 2,142 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
This 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS diesel is a reasonable used purchase for a buyer who is comfortable with an older executive car, but approach with measured caution due to a past MOT failure. The recent clean MOT history and modest annual mileage are reassuring, though the 2022 failure shows some age-related wear was present.
Negotiate on the basis of the vehicle's age and the 2022 failure history; although it passed the same day, corroded brake pipes indicate the underside has seen some neglect that may recur. For this model, check for general Mercedes diesel issues such as AdBlue system faults on later cars and suspension wear, though no model aggregate data is available to confirm specific CLS patterns.
Diesel prices and mileage of just over 7,000 miles per year mean fuel is a moderate cost, but parts and labour for Mercedes-Benz are above average. The clean recent MOTs suggest no immediate large bills, but the earlier corrosion shows the car is not immune to age-related costs.
Verify headlamp aim is correct and the units are not misted or damaged, following the 2022 failure for both lamps aiming too high. Generally, examine the underside for corrosion, the diesel engine for smooth running and any warning lights, and the silver bodywork for parking damage given the car's length and age.
The vehicle (registration V60EAB, silver 2,987cc diesel) shows a broadly positive MOT record, with passes in 2023, 2024 and 2025 and no defects recorded in the two most recent tests. A single failure on 2022-09-15 at 99,241 miles was caused by brake pipe corrosion, tyre perishing and high headlamp aim, all of which were addressed the same day for a retest pass. Recorded mileage of 106,328 at the 2025 MOT suggests low-to-average use for a 14-year-old car, averaging roughly 7,600 miles per year.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Mercedes-Benz CLS, so no model-wide failure patterns can be cited; this example's history must be judged on its own.
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