2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · HY09 EYT
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (3.0L, diesel). First registered 17 Jun 2009. Recorded mileage 107,284 miles. MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,284 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HY09 EYT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/11/2025
- 107,284 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HY09 EYT 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 (HY09 EYT) between October 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 November 2025 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 (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
HY09 EYT Mileage History
- 04/10/2023102,871 mi
- 06/10/2023102,871 mi
- 19/10/2024105,736 mi+2,865 mi
- 19/10/2024105,736 mi
- 15/11/2025107,284 mi+1,548 mi
Average of roughly 2,085 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz CLS (C219)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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