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E5 SKW

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

144,288 mi
Last recorded144,288 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE5 SKW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 144,288 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2022 144,214 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 134,887 miles

Front grill damaged

Headlamp washers not working (halogen lamps/bulbs)

Nearside Front Roadwheel inner bead rim has welded repair

Offside Front Roadwheel inner bead rim has 2 x welded repairs

Wheel spacers on all 4 wheels, rears 25/30mm

Fail 16 Dec 2021 134,887 miles

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

Front grill damaged

Headlamp washers not working (halogen lamps/bulbs)

Nearside Front Roadwheel inner bead rim has welded repair

Offside Front Roadwheel inner bead rim has 2 x welded repairs

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall, inner edge also bald, ALMOST TO CORDS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre pressure warning on dash

Wheel spacers on all 4 wheels, rears 25/30mm

Pass 7 Nov 2020 131,478 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 206,078 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 125,252 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 121,885 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 118,996 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 113,255 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 105,429 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 105,429 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 96,132 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 96,132 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 88,825 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 80,370 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 68,070 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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E5 SKW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 E5 SKW, 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.

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What year was E5 SKW registered?

E5 SKW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 10 January 2008.

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The MOT history for E5 SKW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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