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AO08 YWA

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

228,367 mi
Last recorded228,367 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 YWA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 228,367 miles

ADVISE BRAKE PAD WARNING LIGHT ON

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 228,366 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

ADVISE BRAKE PAD WARNING LIGHT ON

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 190,474 miles

Brake pad wear indicator light illuminated

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jul 2015 190,335 miles

Nearside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Brake pad wear indicator light illuminated

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

Slight play in both front upper suspension arm outer ball joints

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2014 151,549 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 116,924 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 114,171 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 81,987 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Jul 2011 81,987 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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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AO08 YWA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AO08 YWA, 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 AO08 YWA registered?

AO08 YWA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is AO08 YWA safe to buy?

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