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FL59 FXK

2009 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

106,005 mi
Last recorded106,005 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls77,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 FXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 106,005 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2024 100,848 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 97,608 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2023 97,603 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements letter partly missing (0.1 (d))

Headlamp aim too low both x2 (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet blocked (3.5 (a))

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 90,259 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2022 90,135 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 75,174 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))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 74,572 miles

Offside rear outer brake pad wearing low.

Fail 22 Jan 2020 74,530 miles

Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed soulders of tread both sides of car 245/40 R 18 Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside rear outer brake pad wearing low.

Pass 26 Jan 2019 69,049 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 35,344 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 62,327 miles

both sides front brake pads low

under tray fitted

vehicle tested under the wet condition

Pass 27 Jan 2016 52,709 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some componants

Pass 17 Jan 2015 42,897 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 35,415 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 29,714 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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FL59 FXK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 77,400 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 FL59 FXK, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FL59 FXK registered?

FL59 FXK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is FL59 FXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 FXK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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