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MF08 AXY

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

143,175 mi
Last recorded143,175 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 AXY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 143,175 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 139,700 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin considerable amount of wear compared to nearside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sodes (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 135,018 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 133,622 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

covers & shields fitted

rear coil springs slightly corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2018 122,934 miles

covers & shields fitted

front brake pads appear low

Pass 6 Mar 2017 115,782 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 100,123 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 2 Jan 2015 79,637 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 63,532 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jan 2014 63,525 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Aug 2012 45,217 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 9 Aug 2012 44,674 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Aug 2011 30,092 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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MF08 AXY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MF08 AXY, 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.

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What year was MF08 AXY registered?

MF08 AXY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is MF08 AXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 AXY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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