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YG17 EEV

2017 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,128 mi
Last recorded119,128 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls44,135 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG17 EEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 119,128 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

TPMS light

Pass 4 Jul 2025 90,215 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 90,213 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 76,435 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2024 76,435 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 69,437 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 62,449 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 62,449 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 82,470 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under trays fitted obscuring view of some items

Pass 15 Sep 2020 38,862 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 38,691 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Mar 2020

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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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YG17 EEV is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 44,135 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 YG17 EEV, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YG17 EEV registered?

YG17 EEV is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 31 March 2017.

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