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KU08 XBF

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,335 mi
Last recorded86,335 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 86,335 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 123,403 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides slight wear + perishing (5.2.3 (e))

covers + shields fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2020 71,184 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Fail 27 Nov 2020 71,184 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Jun 2019 68,710 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 68,590 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 68,588 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 61,463 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 47,689 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 29,429 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 28,759 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 28,160 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 26,723 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 21,576 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 XBF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XBF, 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.

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What year was KU08 XBF registered?

KU08 XBF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KU08 XBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 XBF shows 14 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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