Official DVLA Record

2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · YP08 EFA

YP08 EFA

2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (3.0L, diesel). First registered 30/05/2008. Recorded mileage 189,081 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
Year / Origin
2008 · Sheffield
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 01/08/2023
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
189,081 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 01/08/2023
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
2987cc

YP08 EFA Key Findings

  • 15 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/07/2022
  • 189,081 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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YP08 EFA Mileage History

  1. 28/11/2011130,095 mi
  2. 18/04/201236,163 mi-93,932 mi
  3. 16/04/201353,975 mi+17,812 mi
  4. 16/04/201353,975 mi
  5. 02/04/201464,152 mi+10,177 mi
  6. 15/04/201574,049 mi+9,897 mi
  7. 06/04/2016100,705 mi+26,656 mi
  8. 01/04/2017132,141 mi+31,436 mi
  9. 03/04/2018160,873 mi+28,732 mi
  10. 05/04/2018160,889 mi+16 mi
  11. 19/07/2019163,615 mi+2,726 mi
  12. 22/06/2020170,862 mi+7,247 mi
  13. 29/06/2020171,073 mi+211 mi
  14. 03/08/2021180,373 mi+9,300 mi
  15. 25/07/2022189,081 mi+8,708 mi

Average of roughly 5,536 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

YP08 EFA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 10:28
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz Cls (YP08 EFA) between November 2011 and July 2022.

The record contains 12 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 25 July 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)”.

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