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87 RA

2009 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,779 mi
Last recorded54,779 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls77,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration87 RA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 54,779 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 54,384 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 51,939 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 49,412 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 45,095 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2020 41,715 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 May 2019 39,333 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 May 2018 36,945 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 May 2017 34,310 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 May 2016 32,115 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 28,721 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2014 24,937 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2013 19,790 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 14,130 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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87 RA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 77,400 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 87 RA, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 87 RA?

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What year was 87 RA registered?

87 RA is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is 87 RA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 87 RA shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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