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GJ56 VAF

2006 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

107,350 mi
Last recorded107,350 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls81,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 VAF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2020 107,350 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

Nearside Rear tyre smooth on inner edge

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear tyre smooth on inner edge

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 86,598 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 79,282 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 71,249 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 63,100 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 53,918 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 45,257 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 45,257 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 39,997 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 34,540 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 24,062 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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GJ56 VAF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 81,294 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 GJ56 VAF, 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 20 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 GJ56 VAF registered?

GJ56 VAF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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