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RV08 GWA

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

117,550 mi
Last recorded117,550 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 GWA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2020 117,550 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 117,550 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2020 113,644 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 101,978 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 88,885 miles

Engine cover fitted preventing full inspection

Under trays fitted preventing full inspection to some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2016 78,790 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

engine cover fitted preventing full inspection

rear exhaust hanger broken but system still secure

under trays fitted preventing full inspection to some underside components

Fail 23 Sep 2016 78,785 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

engine cover fitted preventing full inspection

rear exhaust hanger broken but system still secure

under trays fitted preventing full inspection to some underside components

Pass 29 Sep 2015 68,141 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 66,186 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 59,042 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 52,365 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 45,955 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 31,166 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 31,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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RV08 GWA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RV08 GWA, 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 RV08 GWA registered?

RV08 GWA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is RV08 GWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 GWA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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