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V3 BAV

2011 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,269 mi
Last recorded79,269 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls68,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV3 BAV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 79,269 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jan 2026 79,262 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 76,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust heat shield slightly loose

Fail 17 Dec 2024 76,516 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust heat shield slightly loose

Pass 3 Jan 2024 73,360 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 70,057 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 66,620 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 63,315 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 61,150 miles

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

Under-tray fitted, restricting view of components.

Pass 17 Dec 2018 56,331 miles

Under-tray fitted, restricting view of components.

Pass 20 Dec 2017 48,969 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 41,865 miles

Under-trays fitted, restricting view of components.

Pass 7 Oct 2015 34,692 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 27,286 miles

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

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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V3 BAV is a 2011 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 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 V3 BAV, 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 V3 BAV registered?

V3 BAV is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is V3 BAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V3 BAV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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