2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · KS56 YKT
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (3.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 189,142 miles. MOT expired on 22 Jan 2025.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 189,142 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
KS56 YKT Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2024
- 189,142 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KS56 YKT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz Cls (KS56 YKT) between August 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
KS56 YKT Mileage History
- 05/08/2022183,757 mi
- 23/01/2024189,142 mi+5,385 mi
Average of roughly 3,669 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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: 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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (KS56 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as KS56YKT.
MAZDA
CX-30 GT SPORT MHEV AUTO
VAUXHALL
ZAFIRA
VAUXHALL
VECTRA
VAUXHALL
MERIVA
VAUXHALL
VX220
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
VAUXHALL
MERIVA
VAUXHALL
ZAFIRA
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
MERCEDES-BENZ CLS Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2006 model year cars.
- SBC brake system failureSerious
The Sensotronic Brake Control unit shared with the W211 can reach its cycle limit or fail internally, bringing expensive brake warnings and repairs.
- Airmatic air spring / compressor failureSerious
Ageing air struts and compressors leave one corner low or the whole car slow to raise. Common on higher-mileage cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.