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BNZ 730

2002 Mercedes-benz Cl

Red Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

88,734 mi
Last recorded88,734 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Cl78,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 730
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 88,734 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 85,988 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 84,288 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 81,560 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 78,220 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 77,529 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 75,426 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 73,432 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 70,724 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 66,045 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 63,143 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2014 60,806 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 57,882 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 54,262 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front registration plate slightly insecure

n/s/f and n/s/r tyres scuffed

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Fail 20 Jul 2011 42,092 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 42,092 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 34,884 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front number plate in poor condition

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 27 Nov 2008 30,370 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 30,370 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 26,673 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 22,782 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 16,609 miles

nail in n/s/f tyre tread

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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BNZ 730 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Cl in Red with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BNZ 730, 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

How do I check the history of BNZ 730?

You can check the full history of BNZ 730 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BNZ 730 registered?

BNZ 730 is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 16 December 2002.

Is BNZ 730 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 730 shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNZ 730 have outstanding finance?

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