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SP56 LVT

2006 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,042 mi
Last recorded50,042 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2011
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls81,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 LVT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2011 50,042 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 42,655 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Sep 2010 42,654 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 30,867 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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SP56 LVT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SP56 LVT, 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

How do I check the history of SP56 LVT?

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What year was SP56 LVT registered?

SP56 LVT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is SP56 LVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP56 LVT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP56 LVT have outstanding finance?

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