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LR56 MKX

2006 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,032 mi
Last recorded100,032 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls81,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 MKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 100,032 miles

both rear tyres wearing close to limit

coil light on on dashboard

engine covers fitted

oil leaks

slight play in steering rack inner joints

undertrays fitted

Fail 14 Oct 2016 99,932 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear ball joint in hub (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance in mirror (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front ball joint in arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear balljoint in hub (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres wearing close to limit

coil light on on dashboard

engine covers fitted

oil leaks

slight play in nearside track rod end

slight play in steering rack inner joints

undertrays fitted

whole car shaking on idle

Pass 15 Oct 2015 94,756 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 86,572 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 77,232 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 77,232 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 64,307 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Oct 2011 55,891 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 46,659 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 35,646 miles

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

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

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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LR56 MKX is a 2006 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 80%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 81,294 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 LR56 MKX, 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 20 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 LR56 MKX registered?

LR56 MKX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is LR56 MKX safe to buy?

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