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EK11 ARF

2011 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

104,100 mi
Last recorded104,100 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls68,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK11 ARF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 104,100 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 96,667 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 90,857 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Service light is on

Pass 16 Jun 2020 84,437 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 78,362 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2019 78,324 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 75,802 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 64,884 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front wiper is smearing

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 52,812 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 49,089 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 36,626 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play in front wheel bearings

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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EK11 ARF is a 2011 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 90.9%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 68,182 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 EK11 ARF, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK11 ARF registered?

EK11 ARF is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 29 March 2011.

Is EK11 ARF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK11 ARF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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