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HK55 UCP

2006 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

86,677 mi
Last recorded86,677 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls81,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK55 UCP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 86,677 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on edges sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 2.2mm sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Oct 2025 86,677 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on edges sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 2.2mm sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 78,080 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 75,129 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 72,455 miles

Emissions to clean

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 69,322 miles

Central Rear exhaust metal hangers broken ... system is still secured ok

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

cannot clearly see majority of brake pipes ... advise remove covers etc and inspect all pipes

cannot see some brake pads or bases of rear springs clearly to assess condition

Fail 16 Oct 2021 69,290 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe corroded close to flexi hose area (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear exhaust metal hangers broken ... system is still secured ok

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

cannot clearly see majority of brake pipes ... advise remove covers etc and inspect all pipes

cannot see some brake pads or bases of rear springs clearly to assess condition

Pass 22 Oct 2020 66,595 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 63,185 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 58,929 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 51,527 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 50,546 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 49,522 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 48,230 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 46,937 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 46,054 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 43,277 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 37,650 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 31,019 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 22,502 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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HK55 UCP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HK55 UCP, 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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HK55 UCP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 30 January 2006.

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