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YR08 TWV

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

189,529 mi
Last recorded189,529 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 TWV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 189,529 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked at the bottom of the screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 189,526 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator not working Side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2024 185,662 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 68,166 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONTS (1.1.11 (c))

both front tyres close to suspension components

Fail 16 Feb 2023 68,166 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONTS (1.1.11 (c))

both front tyres close to suspension components

Pass 17 Dec 2021 167,541 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 161,446 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 151,609 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2019 151,609 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2018 138,172 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 128,070 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 6 Dec 2017 128,060 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 5 Dec 2016 114,010 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 100,442 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2014 88,859 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 71,888 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front tyres wearing on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Nov 2012 57,406 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 41,263 miles

Cut in nearside front tyre sidewall, not deep enough to reach ply or cords.

Fail 27 Oct 2011 41,263 miles

Cut in nearside front tyre sidewall, not deep enough to reach ply or cords.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 28,229 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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YR08 TWV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 YR08 TWV, 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.

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What year was YR08 TWV registered?

YR08 TWV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is YR08 TWV safe to buy?

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