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RE08 TKJ

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Grey Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,228 mi
Last recorded42,228 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 TKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 42,228 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 39,564 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 36,932 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 36,275 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 32,453 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 30,653 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 26,879 miles

Nearside Rear WALL CRACKED

Pass 3 Apr 2019 22,948 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 22,946 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 20,780 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 16,584 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 12,393 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 10,349 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 10,340 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 8,824 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 8,711 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 8,570 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 8,260 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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RE08 TKJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Grey with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TKJ, 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 RE08 TKJ?

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What year was RE08 TKJ registered?

RE08 TKJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is RE08 TKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 TKJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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