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SH08 AVP

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

108,948 mi
Last recorded108,948 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 AVP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 108,948 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 14 May 2020 103,293 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 95,807 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 90,960 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 85,902 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 85,769 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front axle, rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' items hanging from internal mirror (8.3.1e)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

offside rear tyre has cuts along the inner side wall 275/35/ZR18,99W Nexen

Pass 2 Jun 2016 77,512 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 69,449 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 57,941 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 48,003 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 38,784 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 29,926 miles

N/S/F TYRE WALL DAMAGED

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

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

Oil leak

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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SH08 AVP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SH08 AVP, 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 SH08 AVP registered?

SH08 AVP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is SH08 AVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 AVP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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