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XEA 297

2015 Mercedes-benz Cls

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,929 mi
Last recorded73,929 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2015 Mercedes-benz Cls57,861 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEA 297
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 73,929 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 68,468 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output cover damaged (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 24 Mar 2025 68,468 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output cover damaged (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 63,767 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 58,241 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 52,803 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 49,065 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 46,759 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2020 46,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 37,901 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 29,328 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 29,328 miles

Front registration plate non-reflective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate non-reflective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)

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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XEA 297 is a 2015 Mercedes-benz Cls in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2015 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 57,861 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 XEA 297, 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 11 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XEA 297?

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What year was XEA 297 registered?

XEA 297 is a 2015 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 24 March 2015.

Is XEA 297 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEA 297 shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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