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BJ08 UKV

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

138,396 mi
Last recorded138,396 miles
Recorded on28 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 UKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2022 138,396 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 134,518 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 117,932 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 109,587 miles

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

windscreen damaged

Pass 8 Apr 2017 99,727 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 92,717 miles

Under trays fitted

oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2015 89,138 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Apr 2014 81,644 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 73,628 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 73,602 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 63,645 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 47,014 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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BJ08 UKV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 BJ08 UKV, 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 BJ08 UKV registered?

BJ08 UKV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 2 May 2008.

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