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CU08 CVL

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

173,397 mi
Last recorded173,397 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 CVL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 173,397 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 173,396 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2021 164,530 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 141,542 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2020 141,542 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 116,196 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 107,154 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 100,603 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 96,374 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 96,374 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 95,026 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 95,026 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 91,704 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 82,982 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 62,995 miles

both front tyres getting low, 2mm

Pass 28 Apr 2011 39,426 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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CU08 CVL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 CU08 CVL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CU08 CVL?

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What year was CU08 CVL registered?

CU08 CVL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is CU08 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU08 CVL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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