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FT08 FSS

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,919 mi
Last recorded151,919 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 FSS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2020 151,919 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 145,611 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened slight play in bush. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened slight bush play. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 131,337 miles

Both front tyres balding on inner edges and getting close to wear bands.

Fail 28 Jun 2018 131,336 miles

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

Both front tyres balding on inner edges and getting close to wear bands.

Pass 29 Jun 2017 119,322 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 107,203 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 94,220 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 94,220 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 81,926 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 79,468 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 74,409 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2011 66,783 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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FT08 FSS 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 83.3%.

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 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 FT08 FSS, 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 FT08 FSS registered?

FT08 FSS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is FT08 FSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 FSS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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