Mercedes-Benz CLS MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

20.6%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Mercedes-Benz CLS vehicles
Based on 47,662 MOT tests
7.4pp below the UK average (28%)

Mercedes-Benz CLS in this age bracket has a 20.6% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: tyres and suspension.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Mercedes-Benz CLS are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 4.6%
Suspension 2.5%
Brakes 2.3%
Lamps & Electrics 1.4%
Visibility 0.4%
Body & Chassis 0.2%
Steering 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

Mercedes-Benz CLS MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 15.1% 1,704 Tyres
3-5 years 14.8% 15,768 Tyres
6-10 years 20.6% 47,662 Tyres
11-15 years 30.6% 32,136 Suspension
15+ years 30.2% 12,425 Suspension

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 6-10 year old Mercedes-Benz CLS reliable?

6-10-year-old Mercedes-Benz CLS vehicles have a 20.6% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Mercedes-Benz CLS?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 4.6% failure risk
  • Suspension — 2.5% failure risk
  • Brakes — 2.3% failure risk

How can I prepare my Mercedes-Benz CLS for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Mercedes-Benz CLS, focus on: (1) Tyres — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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