2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · GY08 ODS
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (3.0L, diesel). First registered 27 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 185,450 miles. MOT expired on 07 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 185,450 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GY08 ODS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2025
- 185,450 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GY08 ODS 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz Cls (GY08 ODS) between April 2022 and March 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
GY08 ODS Mileage History
- 06/04/2022175,166 mi
- 24/03/2023178,187 mi+3,021 mi
- 18/03/2024181,588 mi+3,401 mi
- 17/03/2025185,450 mi+3,862 mi
- 17/03/2025185,450 mi
Average of roughly 3,490 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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