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MK08 CDN

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,169 mi
Last recorded148,169 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 CDN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 148,169 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 147,905 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 144,585 miles

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns+os (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 141,334 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2022 141,334 miles

Headlamp aim too low ns+os (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 133,961 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 124,699 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 115,053 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 115,052 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 May 2018 106,429 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 94,182 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 94,087 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 May 2016 90,597 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 90,597 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2015 87,643 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 83,718 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 79,595 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 79,590 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2012 72,354 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 59,109 miles

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

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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MK08 CDN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 MK08 CDN, 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 MK08 CDN?

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What year was MK08 CDN registered?

MK08 CDN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is MK08 CDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 CDN shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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