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BNZ 2943

2016 Mercedes-benz Cls

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,354 mi
Last recorded55,354 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Cls50,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 2943
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 55,354 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 55,354 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 47,525 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 40,451 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2023 40,451 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 34,380 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 26,409 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 20,941 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 17,048 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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BNZ 2943 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Cls in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 50,986 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 BNZ 2943, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BNZ 2943 registered?

BNZ 2943 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 28 September 2016.

Is BNZ 2943 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 2943 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNZ 2943 have outstanding finance?

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