2008 Mercedes CLS 3.0L Diesel · ST52 ARR
2008 Mercedes CLS (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2008. Recorded mileage 211,933 miles. MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 211,933 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ST52 ARR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/09/2025
- 211,933 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring windscreen items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ST52 ARR 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 Cls (ST52 ARR) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 September 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: Windscreen (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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))”; “Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both - 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
ST52 ARR Mileage History
- 05/09/2023193,186 mi
- 18/09/2024203,082 mi+9,896 mi
- 18/09/2024203,082 mi
- 23/09/2025211,933 mi+8,851 mi
- 23/09/2025211,933 mi
Average of roughly 9,141 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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