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HK08 XGL

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

112,681 mi
Last recorded112,681 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 XGL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 112,681 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 106,068 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 101,938 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 100,817 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 97,341 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 92,487 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 86,395 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 77,919 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 68,679 miles

both front tyres bold on inner edges

Pass 10 Aug 2016 56,367 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 44,319 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 43,775 miles

n/s and o/s front wheel bearings has play

Fail 5 May 2015 43,775 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

n/s and o/s front wheel bearings has play

Pass 16 May 2014 42,897 miles
Pass 13 May 2013
Pass 18 May 2012 40,482 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 38,246 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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HK08 XGL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HK08 XGL, 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 HK08 XGL registered?

HK08 XGL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is HK08 XGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 XGL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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