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FG08 ZXH

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,185 mi
Last recorded118,185 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 ZXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 118,185 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2017 106,031 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 105,503 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2016 92,017 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 92,013 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 77,212 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2014 67,280 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 66,953 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 55,662 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2012 42,931 miles

front discs showing wear

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

n/s/r tyre getting low on tread 275/35/18y

o/s/f tyre heaviy worn on edges 245/40/18y

slight play both front suspension/suspect slight wheelbearing play

Pass 6 May 2011 26,678 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 26,678 miles

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

service due in 23days

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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FG08 ZXH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FG08 ZXH, 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 FG08 ZXH registered?

FG08 ZXH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 25 April 2008.

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