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KU08 LXK

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,183 mi
Last recorded76,183 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 LXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 76,183 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Jan 2025 70,761 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 70,360 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 60,584 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2022 60,582 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.9 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2021 54,402 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 53,271 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 52,691 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 52,409 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 52,404 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 51,324 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 50,977 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 50,668 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 49,293 miles

both front tyres worn unevenly on inner edges

Pass 7 Jan 2013 46,930 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 11 Jan 2012 20,362 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 38,161 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 38,161 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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KU08 LXK 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 88.9%.

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 KU08 LXK, 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

How do I check the history of KU08 LXK?

You can check the full history of KU08 LXK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KU08 LXK registered?

KU08 LXK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is KU08 LXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 LXK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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