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RE08 TKF

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

131,392 mi
Last recorded131,392 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 TKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 131,392 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 106,271 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 91,790 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 89,535 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 89,535 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 83,558 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (inner edges) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 79,494 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (inner edges) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2019 74,293 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 69,124 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 64,071 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 59,741 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 54,764 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 48,366 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2013 41,888 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Apr 2013 41,853 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn low inner edge/sidewall

Pass 17 Apr 2012 33,223 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 99,834 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

run flat indicator illuminated

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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RE08 TKF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RE08 TKF, 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 RE08 TKF registered?

RE08 TKF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is RE08 TKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 TKF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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