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AY02 RNZ

2002 Mercedes-benz Cl

Black Petrol 5786cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

130,636 mi
Last recorded130,636 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Cl78,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 RNZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,786cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 130,636 miles
Fail 28 May 2025 130,584 miles

Emissions unable to be completed very high reading on co2 (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2022 128,257 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2021 125,325 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 125,163 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 124,775 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 123,410 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 123,377 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 121,445 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 120,091 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 116,768 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 112,070 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 109,343 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 106,406 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 103,241 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 96,280 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 87,296 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 79,396 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 71,288 miles

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)

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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AY02 RNZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Cl in Black with a 5,786cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 78,598 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 AY02 RNZ, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY02 RNZ registered?

AY02 RNZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is AY02 RNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY02 RNZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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