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AM51 FFM

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

183,582 mi
Last recorded183,582 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM51 FFM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 183,582 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 174,156 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 164,130 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2024 164,130 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 152,143 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 148,886 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 139,463 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 131,266 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 125,100 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 119,322 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 112,232 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 104,278 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 93,061 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 67,755 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 59,102 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 33,565 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 33,309 miles

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

nearside front brake disc worn

offside front brake disc worn

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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AM51 FFM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 82,334 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 AM51 FFM, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AM51 FFM registered?

AM51 FFM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is AM51 FFM safe to buy?

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