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FP56 FKS

2006 Mercedes-benz Cls

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

156,998 mi
Last recorded156,998 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls81,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 FKS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 156,998 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 155,037 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 151,790 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 145,238 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 141,806 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 136,160 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 130,865 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 123,437 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 117,958 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 112,575 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 107,443 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 99,117 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 90,102 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 7 Nov 2012 76,509 miles

Advise nearside frront headlamp output dim, no sign of damage.

Advise rear number plate beginning to deteriorate.

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

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 65,660 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres are wearing unevenly on the inner most shoulder

Fail 4 Nov 2011 65,659 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

both front tyres are wearing unevenly on the inner most shoulder

Pass 13 Nov 2010 53,693 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 38,700 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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FP56 FKS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 81,294 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 FP56 FKS, 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 20 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 FP56 FKS registered?

FP56 FKS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is FP56 FKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP56 FKS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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