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SK09 VFZ

2009 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,533 mi
Last recorded66,533 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls77,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK09 VFZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 66,533 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2015 58,445 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 52,448 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 52,448 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 43,476 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 28,710 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 28,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SK09 VFZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 77,400 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 SK09 VFZ, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SK09 VFZ registered?

SK09 VFZ is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 24 March 2009.

Is SK09 VFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK09 VFZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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