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VX11 BVN

2011 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

133,395 mi
Last recorded133,395 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls68,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX11 BVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 133,395 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES, AND ABOVE SUBFRAME (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 128,203 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2024 128,165 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 121,176 miles

covers fitted obscuring some testable items

keep check on rear tyres

Pass 30 Nov 2022 116,642 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted concealing testable items.

Pass 17 Nov 2021 112,267 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted concealing testable items.

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 168,790 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 89,784 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 73,644 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside front, both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 61,620 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 59,746 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 52,866 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 44,851 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 May 2014 36,524 miles

Geometry required

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Uneven tyre wear on front tyres

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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VX11 BVN is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VX11 BVN, 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 VX11 BVN registered?

VX11 BVN is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 15 June 2011.

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The MOT history for VX11 BVN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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