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FV09 XBZ

2009 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

97,648 mi
Last recorded97,648 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls77,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 XBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 97,648 miles

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

nail in n/s/f tyre

o/s/f tyre cracking and perishing

Fail 8 Aug 2016 97,646 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

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

nail in n/s/f tyre

o/s/f tyre cracking and perishing

Pass 6 Aug 2015 94,110 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 94,109 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2014 88,153 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2013 68,855 miles

Glow plug light staying on dash

Nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

Fail 6 Aug 2013 68,855 miles

Glow plug light staying on dash

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 10 Jul 2012 42,234 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Jul 2012 42,234 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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FV09 XBZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 FV09 XBZ, 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 FV09 XBZ registered?

FV09 XBZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 16 July 2009.

Is FV09 XBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV09 XBZ shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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