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DG09 VUF

2009 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,750 mi
Last recorded84,750 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2018
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls77,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 VUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2018 84,750 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 59,681 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 37,821 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 36,371 miles

Both rear tyres starting to crack

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

Fail 8 Apr 2016 36,371 miles

Both rear tyres starting to crack

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 34,159 miles

Both rear tyres slightly perished outer edges

Pass 22 Apr 2014 31,101 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 27,658 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 27,647 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 23,596 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 23,596 miles

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

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

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 VUF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DG09 VUF, 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.

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What year was DG09 VUF registered?

DG09 VUF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is DG09 VUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG09 VUF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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