2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · K18 EAS
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Feb 2008. Recorded mileage 85,394 miles. MOT expired on 26 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,394 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K18 EAS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/07/2025
- 85,394 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
K18 EAS 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 (K18 EAS) between July 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 July 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 (8 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front trailing arm front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
K18 EAS Mileage History
- 12/07/202375,445 mi
- 15/07/202481,863 mi+6,418 mi
- 20/07/202481,911 mi+48 mi
- 20/07/202481,911 mi
- 28/07/202585,394 mi+3,483 mi
Average of roughly 4,865 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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