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AO56 PHJ

2006 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,501 mi
Last recorded98,501 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls81,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 PHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 98,501 miles

Fuel injector leaking

Fail 22 Apr 2024 98,501 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fuel injector leaking

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 94,811 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 83,175 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 76,199 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 67,120 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides, inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 54,366 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 52,268 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 50,588 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm on outer edge and 4mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on outer edge and 4mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Tyre Size 245/45 YR17 Conti & GoodYear

Fail 30 Sep 2016 50,588 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine Passed after 2nd attempt (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm on outer edge and 4mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on outer edge and 4mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Tyre Size 245/45 YR17 Conti & GoodYear

Pass 5 Oct 2015 47,146 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 41,086 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 37,736 miles

screw in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Oct 2012 35,339 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Oct 2011 31,222 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 24,469 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 24,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 19,423 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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AO56 PHJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 81,294 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 AO56 PHJ, 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 20 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 AO56 PHJ registered?

AO56 PHJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 30 October 2006.

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