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A19 RFN

2005 Mercedes-benz Cl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

102,221 mi
Last recorded102,221 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl68,931 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 RFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 102,221 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 102,026 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 100,451 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 99,826 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 98,627 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 97,547 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 92,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 86,874 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 82,270 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

nearside rear silencer heat shield insecure

Pass 14 May 2014 77,346 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2013 71,299 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 66,048 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 56,792 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 51,595 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Apr 2010 51,556 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Recommend tracking to be reset and adjusted

Pass 31 Mar 2009 40,457 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 29,865 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Cl?

Based on 40,934 MOT tests across 3,089 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
3,581
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
3,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,561
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 546
Brake pipe excessively corroded 485
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 308
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A19 RFN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 68,931 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Cl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A19 RFN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Cl typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A19 RFN registered?

A19 RFN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is A19 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 RFN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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