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PA55 OLU

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,393 mi
Last recorded28,393 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA55 OLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 28,393 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 26,119 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side slightly creacking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Sep 2024 26,064 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested dipped beam light intensity very low unable to see correct image (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both side not compatible, and intermittent , needs attention (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side slightly creacking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 24,159 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 21,897 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 19,966 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 19,966 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 19,284 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2020 19,284 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 17,678 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 13,945 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 12,343 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 11,484 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 10,530 miles

Nearside front tyre is bald on the inner edge

Pass 26 Aug 2014 9,597 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 8,551 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 6,606 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 5,309 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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PA55 OLU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PA55 OLU, 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

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What year was PA55 OLU registered?

PA55 OLU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is PA55 OLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PA55 OLU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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