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DG09 SGU

2009 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,088 mi
Last recorded61,088 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls77,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 SGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 61,088 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 51,595 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 45,854 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 40,431 miles

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

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

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

engine covers , sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 10 Mar 2022 35,049 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 35,049 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 29,669 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 24,884 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 11,806 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 11,772 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 11,602 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear tyre worn - tread depth 3mm

Fail 16 Feb 2018 11,602 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking front to rear (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear tyre worn - tread depth 3mm

Pass 7 Mar 2017 11,513 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 11,355 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 11,121 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 9,771 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 8,219 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 6,528 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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DG09 SGU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 77,400 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 DG09 SGU, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG09 SGU registered?

DG09 SGU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is DG09 SGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG09 SGU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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