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A18 HPF

1997 Mercedes-benz Cl 500

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,648 mi
Last recorded111,648 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl 50099,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 HPF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl 500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 111,648 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 111,410 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 106,659 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 104,175 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 101,875 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 100,542 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 99,224 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 96,838 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 92,544 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 88,637 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 82,698 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 78,972 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 74,912 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 62,041 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 56,911 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 46,783 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Cl 500?

Based on 69,232 MOT tests across 4,285 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
4,114
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
4,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,209
Brake pipe excessively corroded 902
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 877
position lamp(s) not working 711
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 698
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A18 HPF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl 500 in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 99,061 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Cl 500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,209 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 HPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Cl 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cl 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A18 HPF registered?

A18 HPF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl 500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is A18 HPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 HPF shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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