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LV08 HKF

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

93,755 mi
Last recorded93,755 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 HKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 93,755 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 92,822 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 90,572 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 86,656 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 83,622 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 80,448 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 74,780 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 71,015 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 64,995 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 64,995 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 55,358 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 47,580 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2014 39,070 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2013 32,591 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 25,876 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 17,846 miles

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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LV08 HKF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LV08 HKF, 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

How do I check the history of LV08 HKF?

You can check the full history of LV08 HKF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LV08 HKF registered?

LV08 HKF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is LV08 HKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 HKF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV08 HKF have outstanding finance?

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