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A9 XKR

2005 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,982 mi
Last recorded67,982 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Cls73,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 XKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 67,982 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 66,894 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 63,662 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit HAS ACUT ON THE SIDE WALL (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 58,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 58,965 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 49,717 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 42,347 miles

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

Oil leak

front and rear discs slightly worn

Pass 25 Nov 2010 36,124 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2010 36,124 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 26,177 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2009 26,176 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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A9 XKR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 73,870 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 A9 XKR, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A9 XKR registered?

A9 XKR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is A9 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 XKR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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