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EY11 GMZ

2011 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

113,082 mi
Last recorded113,082 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls68,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY11 GMZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2025 113,082 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 107,487 miles

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Dim (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Feb 2024 107,487 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Dim (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 100,455 miles

Front brake discs Heavily lipped

Front windows tinted

Run flat tyre fitted to nearside front only

Pass 9 Mar 2022 96,132 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 9 Mar 2022 96,132 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Mar 2021 89,442 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Mar 2021 89,442 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 84,235 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 75,961 miles

undertrays fittd

Pass 12 Mar 2018 67,556 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 67,123 miles

underside covers prevent full inspection of some components

Fail 15 Sep 2017 67,123 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

underside covers prevent full inspection of some components

Pass 1 Apr 2016 60,784 miles

both front tyres have heavy wear at inner edge

underside covers prevent full inspection of some components

Fail 1 Apr 2016 60,784 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm nearside rear (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres have heavy wear at inner edge

underside covers prevent full inspection of some components

Pass 3 Mar 2015 55,004 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 47,696 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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EY11 GMZ is a 2011 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 70.6%.

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 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 EY11 GMZ, 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.

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What year was EY11 GMZ registered?

EY11 GMZ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 23 March 2011.

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