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LH17 BFF

2017 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

61,610 mi
Last recorded61,610 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls44,135 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH17 BFF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 61,610 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 49,346 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 49,346 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jan 2024 48,063 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slight bulge on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 38,637 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 27,539 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread low (2mm) and slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jan 2022 27,533 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Fail 17 Jan 2022 27,501 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Oct 2020 19,910 miles
Pass 23 May 2020

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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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LH17 BFF is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LH17 BFF, 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.

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What year was LH17 BFF registered?

LH17 BFF is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 31 May 2017.

Is LH17 BFF safe to buy?

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