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EX08 FLF

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Red Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

174,447 mi
Last recorded174,447 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 FLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2022 174,447 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front both front metal brake pipes corroded

Front tyres wearing inner edges

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 166,427 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2021 166,261 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 155,380 miles

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

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under tray fitted under tray obstructed full view of engine

Pass 11 May 2019 139,502 miles

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

Rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 7 May 2019 139,412 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn top arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 14 Apr 2018 131,095 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit + Worn on inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit + Worn on inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2017 110,318 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 110,318 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger broken (7.1.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under chassis leg (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 7 May 2016 104,660 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 104,660 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 93,384 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 77,465 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 66,532 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 53,784 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 53,129 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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EX08 FLF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Red 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 EX08 FLF, 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 EX08 FLF registered?

EX08 FLF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is EX08 FLF safe to buy?

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