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YK56 WCF

2006 Mercedes-benz Cls

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,746 mi
Last recorded124,746 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls81,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK56 WCF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 124,746 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 118,852 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 103,218 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 97,519 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Sep 2017 97,519 miles

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

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 90,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn out inner edge

Fail 27 Sep 2016 90,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn out inner edge

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 82,772 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 75,894 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2013 66,702 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 66,702 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 58,607 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 50,383 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 41,659 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 31,151 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 31,151 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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YK56 WCF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 81,294 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 YK56 WCF, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK56 WCF registered?

YK56 WCF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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