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HG08 RXK

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Beige Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

109,836 mi
Last recorded109,836 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 RXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 109,836 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle under covers not allowing full inspection

Pass 8 Oct 2022 105,770 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 97,899 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2020 90,008 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 90,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2019 82,086 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 79,739 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Inner tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Apr 2017 74,230 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 May 2016 69,088 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 53,121 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 45,103 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 37,538 miles

N/S front tyre wearing heavily on inner edge

O/S front tyre wearing heavily on inner edge

Pass 18 Apr 2012 30,283 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 22,395 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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HG08 RXK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Beige with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HG08 RXK, 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

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What year was HG08 RXK registered?

HG08 RXK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is HG08 RXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 RXK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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