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HV18 VBF

2018 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,919 mi
Last recorded56,919 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Cls38,543 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV18 VBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 56,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 47,682 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 41,744 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Apr 2024 41,744 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Apr 2023 37,697 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 30,672 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted, obscuring view to some of the components

Pass 28 Apr 2021 23,461 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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HV18 VBF is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 38,543 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 HV18 VBF, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HV18 VBF registered?

HV18 VBF is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 29 March 2018.

Is HV18 VBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV18 VBF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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