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SG56 JEU

2006 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

132,438 mi
Last recorded132,438 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls81,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 JEU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 132,438 miles

Emission is very clean can not detect

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2018 131,918 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 131,905 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both side ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 128,413 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 122,626 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 122,626 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 114,467 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 103,300 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 98,182 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 98,182 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 78,464 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 58,639 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Sep 2010 58,639 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 32,655 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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SG56 JEU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SG56 JEU, 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

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What year was SG56 JEU registered?

SG56 JEU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is SG56 JEU safe to buy?

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