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SH11 FKL

2011 Mercedes-benz Cls

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

176,318 mi
Last recorded176,318 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls68,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH11 FKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 176,318 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

|Undertrays fitted.

Pass 10 Mar 2025 160,567 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2024 145,149 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 127,515 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2023 127,515 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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 104,981 miles

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 91,870 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 73,692 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 49,560 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 49,560 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 33,519 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 33,118 miles
Pass 25 May 2015 28,849 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 23,714 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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SH11 FKL is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 68,182 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 SH11 FKL, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH11 FKL registered?

SH11 FKL is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 10 June 2011.

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