2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · M222 MNC
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (3.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2009. Recorded mileage 97,046 miles. MOT valid until 09 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,046 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M222 MNC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/12/2025
- 97,046 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M222 MNC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Mercedes-Benz Cls (M222 MNC) between December 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
M222 MNC Mileage History
- 07/12/202396,349 mi
- 07/12/202396,349 mi
- 05/12/202493,031 mi-3,318 mi
- 10/12/202493,031 mi
- 09/12/202597,046 mi+4,015 mi
Average of roughly 347 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz CLS (C219)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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