2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · J5 TVJ
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (3.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 89,806 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2008
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,806 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J5 TVJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2025
- 89,806 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.
J5 TVJ 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 (J5 TVJ) between July 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
J5 TVJ Mileage History
- 13/07/202383,386 mi
- 15/07/202486,644 mi+3,258 mi
- 25/07/202486,665 mi+21 mi
- 22/07/202589,802 mi+3,137 mi
- 22/07/202589,806 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 3,169 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: Below Average
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