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KW08 VZV

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,862 mi
Last recorded60,862 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 VZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 60,862 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 60,141 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 60,139 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 57,722 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 54,653 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 50,470 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 45,997 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 41,087 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 36,021 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 31,405 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 26,264 miles

A service overdue 12 days

offside front wheel incorrect,because its a rear wheel

rear brake discs pitted

Fail 28 Apr 2011 26,264 miles

A service overdue 12 days

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside front wheel incorrect,because its a rear wheel

rear brake discs pitted

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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KW08 VZV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KW08 VZV, 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 KW08 VZV registered?

KW08 VZV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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The MOT history for KW08 VZV shows 12 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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