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GH05 TLM

2017 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,958 mi
Last recorded38,958 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls44,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGH05 TLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 38,958 miles

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 26 Aug 2025 35,494 miles

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 7 Aug 2024 32,294 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 29,618 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 24,480 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 24,480 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front & Rear (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 18,285 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 18,285 miles

Registration plate incorrect both specs (0.1 (c))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 12,091 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2020

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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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GH05 TLM is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 44,135 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 GH05 TLM, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GH05 TLM registered?

GH05 TLM is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 22 June 2017.

Is GH05 TLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GH05 TLM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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