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YS08 VNV

2008 Mercedes-benz Cls

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,416 mi
Last recorded101,416 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls82,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS08 VNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2023 101,416 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 96,520 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 87,660 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 79,748 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel filter area damp

Pass 30 Sep 2019 65,112 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 55,398 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 51,601 miles

Nearside front tyre perished and is on 3mm

Nearside rear tyre perished and is on 3mm

Under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2016 47,254 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 47,254 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 46,280 miles

lower covers fitted

top engine covers fitted

Fail 24 Sep 2015 46,280 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

lower covers fitted

top engine covers fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2014 45,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Aug 2013 44,158 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 34,805 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 24,706 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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YS08 VNV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YS08 VNV, 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 YS08 VNV registered?

YS08 VNV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is YS08 VNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS08 VNV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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