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X5 OWA

2011 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,967 mi
Last recorded59,967 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls68,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX5 OWA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 59,967 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S and O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 56,283 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 54,694 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 52,460 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2023 52,415 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 49,798 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 48,381 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 46,986 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 45,151 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 42,529 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 40,898 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 33,449 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 33,449 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 28,159 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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X5 OWA is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 3,498cc petrol 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 X5 OWA, 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 X5 OWA registered?

X5 OWA is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is X5 OWA safe to buy?

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