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YF08 EVL

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

110,221 mi
Last recorded110,221 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 EVL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2021 110,221 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 106,670 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 95,308 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Mar 2019 95,308 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 76,186 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 24 Oct 2017 76,184 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 30 Nov 2016 71,177 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 63,995 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 58,121 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2014 58,121 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 53,014 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 47,650 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 41,070 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 27,285 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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YF08 EVL is a 2008 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 78.6%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 82,334 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 YF08 EVL, 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 18 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 YF08 EVL?

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What year was YF08 EVL registered?

YF08 EVL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is YF08 EVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF08 EVL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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