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FX08 TZS

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,470 mi
Last recorded75,470 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 TZS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 75,470 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 73,339 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 71,947 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 68,466 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 64,538 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 58,884 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 56,280 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 53,044 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 50,817 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 46,523 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 46,523 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 42,604 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 37,687 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2015 37,655 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 33,889 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 29,328 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 25,463 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 21,512 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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FX08 TZS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FX08 TZS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FX08 TZS?

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What year was FX08 TZS registered?

FX08 TZS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FX08 TZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 TZS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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