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KU17 GCX

2017 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

87,212 mi
Last recorded87,212 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls44,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU17 GCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 87,212 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2025 77,499 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2024 61,112 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 50,641 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 50,641 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2023 45,869 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 38,179 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2022 38,179 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear brake pads wearing close to wear indicator

brake pad wear lamp on

Pass 18 Feb 2021 29,856 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 22,869 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 22,869 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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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KU17 GCX is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 44,135 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 KU17 GCX, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KU17 GCX registered?

KU17 GCX is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 9 March 2017.

Is KU17 GCX safe to buy?

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