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BN56 ZFX

2006 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

205,331 mi
Last recorded205,331 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls81,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 ZFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 205,331 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 182,275 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 165,073 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 140,183 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 104,559 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 74,908 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 75,378 miles

offside rear handbrake effort low overall effort just met mot requirements

Fail 23 Dec 2015 75,232 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

offside rear brake hose close to suspension arm

offside rear handbrake effort low overall effort just met mot requirements

Pass 5 Sep 2014 65,636 miles

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit damaged but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Trailing arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 57,210 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 48,779 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 48,729 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 42,014 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 37,392 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 33,997 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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BN56 ZFX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BN56 ZFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN56 ZFX?

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What year was BN56 ZFX registered?

BN56 ZFX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is BN56 ZFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 ZFX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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