MERCEDES-BENZ CLS MOT pass rate
81.0% of 45,578 MERCEDES-BENZ CLS MOT tests pass.
At 81.0%, The CLS passes slightly less often than the average across all MERCEDES-BENZ models (83.5%).
The MERCEDES-BENZ CLS has a pass rate of 81.0%, a little higher than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 93.2% at 0–3 years to 74.5% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 93.2% | 146 | 17,371 miles |
| 3–6 years | 88.5% | 4,751 | 42,484 miles |
| 6–10 years | 85.1% | 15,401 | 72,667 miles |
| 10–15 years | 78.7% | 14,901 | 99,381 miles |
| 15+ years | 74.5% | 10,379 | 118,859 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
The most common reason the MERCEDES-BENZ CLS fails its MOT is tyres — present in 42.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 42.0% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Suspension | 35.1% | Fractured or broken |
| Brakes | 32.9% | Excessively corroded |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 23.7% | Not working |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 11.0% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Visibility | 7.1% | Provides insufficient washer liquid |
| Road Wheels | 6.3% | Fractured |
| Steering | 4.5% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Body, chassis, structure | 3.4% | System insecure |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.5% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related MERCEDES-BENZ models
- MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS — 81.4% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS — 85.3% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS — 83.3% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLA — 89.4% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLC — 91.1% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLA — 87.2% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the MERCEDES-BENZ CLS?
- 81.0% of MERCEDES-BENZ CLS MOT tests pass, based on 45,578 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MERCEDES-BENZ CLS?
- The most common reason the MERCEDES-BENZ CLS fails its MOT is tyres — present in 42.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm".
- Does this show the MERCEDES-BENZ CLS's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the MERCEDES-BENZ service history guide for how to check and keep one.