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BK11 BBV

2011 Mercedes-benz Cls

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

181,158 mi
Last recorded181,158 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls68,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK11 BBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 181,158 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2023 180,867 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 159,973 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 151,894 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 150,841 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2019 144,700 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 144,700 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 137,345 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under tray fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2017 115,824 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 105,000 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 86,457 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 61,489 miles

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

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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BK11 BBV is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 68,182 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 BK11 BBV, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK11 BBV registered?

BK11 BBV is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 31 March 2011.

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