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IDZ 446

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,012 mi
Last recorded105,012 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIDZ 446
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 105,012 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2025 102,792 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2024 96,249 miles

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

under tray

Fail 24 May 2024 96,173 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated both sides rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

under tray

Pass 17 Apr 2023 90,582 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 90,582 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both fronts (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2022 88,494 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 84,829 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 80,163 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 75,153 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 70,453 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 64,530 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 64,527 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 57,348 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 51,000 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 45,195 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 39,453 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 30,154 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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IDZ 446 is a 2008 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 83.3%.

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 IDZ 446, 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 IDZ 446 registered?

IDZ 446 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is IDZ 446 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IDZ 446 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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