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KN59 XNU

2009 Mercedes-benz Cls

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

92,157 mi
Last recorded92,157 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls77,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN59 XNU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 92,157 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 79,498 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 79,497 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 72,338 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts worn around inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 72,337 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts worn around inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 64,813 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2021 54,825 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 47,183 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 47,172 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 46,587 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 45,742 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has sidewall damage. Glued so unable to check if deep enough to reach cord.

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Oct 2016 42,558 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 42,558 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn almost to cord.

Pass 9 Oct 2015 37,481 miles

Front tyres are worn smooth on the inside edge

Rear tyres are worn on the inside edge

Pass 21 Oct 2014 32,836 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 18 Oct 2013 28,401 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 24,081 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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KN59 XNU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 77,400 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 KN59 XNU, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KN59 XNU?

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What year was KN59 XNU registered?

KN59 XNU is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 16 November 2009.

Is KN59 XNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN59 XNU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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