2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · 7 HR
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Jul 2009. Recorded mileage 105,040 miles. MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2009
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,040 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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7 HR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/01/2026
- 105,040 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
7 HR 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 (7 HR) between September 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
7 HR Mileage History
- 16/09/202384,013 mi
- 21/09/2024100,446 mi+16,433 mi
- 28/09/2024100,459 mi+13 mi
- 27/01/2026105,040 mi+4,581 mi
- 27/01/2026105,040 mi
Average of roughly 8,887 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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: Good
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