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FY58 CXA

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

132,309 mi
Last recorded132,309 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 CXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2018 132,309 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 122,748 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 122,721 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 102,680 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2015 102,680 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 83,379 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 81,753 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 81,753 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 79,003 miles

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

some play in both front wheel bearings.

Fail 8 Nov 2012 79,003 miles

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

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

offside rear exhaust mounting bracket broken away.

some play in both front wheel bearings.

Pass 24 Aug 2011 73,818 miles

front brake discs worn

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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FY58 CXA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 FY58 CXA, 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 FY58 CXA?

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What year was FY58 CXA registered?

FY58 CXA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is FY58 CXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY58 CXA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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