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PN61 FTV

2011 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

236,236 mi
Last recorded236,236 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls68,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN61 FTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 236,236 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 143,794 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2023 143,258 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 May 2022 141,986 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2021 130,298 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2020 127,887 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2020 127,879 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 116,809 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 107,158 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 93,968 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 86,269 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 74,315 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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PN61 FTV is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 3,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 68,182 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 PN61 FTV, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN61 FTV registered?

PN61 FTV is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 6 December 2011.

Is PN61 FTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN61 FTV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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