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PV55 VRX

2006 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

97,778 mi
Last recorded97,778 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls81,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPV55 VRX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 97,778 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 97,331 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 97,331 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 18 May 2021 96,622 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 96,620 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure braket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 93,969 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 93,969 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 91,636 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 89,666 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 83,331 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 76,743 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 68,275 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 99,821 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 155,326 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 155,326 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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PV55 VRX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 81,294 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 PV55 VRX, 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 20 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 PV55 VRX?

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What year was PV55 VRX registered?

PV55 VRX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 20 February 2006.

Is PV55 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PV55 VRX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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