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GU57 FTV

2007 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2024
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

125,027 mi
Last recorded125,027 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2023
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Cls83,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 FTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2023 125,027 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 125,027 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective siezed (3.1 (c))

Brake performance unable to be tested n/s/r pad detached from backing (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn in the hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn downward facing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension system inoperative too low (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick detached from backing (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2022 121,839 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 121,829 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 117,865 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 115,920 miles

undershields fitted

Fail 11 Feb 2020 115,901 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

undershields fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2019 112,212 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 105,927 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2018 105,926 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 93,208 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2017 93,207 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 80,725 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2016 80,725 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 73,675 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 70,192 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 56,040 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nail in nearside rear tyre

some damage to nearside rear of plastic bumper

Fail 12 Aug 2010 54,909 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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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GU57 FTV is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 83,092 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 GU57 FTV, 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 19 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 GU57 FTV registered?

GU57 FTV is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 11 September 2007.

Is GU57 FTV safe to buy?

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