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C11 GEE

1997 Mercedes-benz Cl

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

111,611 mi
Last recorded111,611 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl98,211 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC11 GEE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 111,611 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 110,282 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 108,544 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 107,924 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 107,875 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 107,474 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 107,402 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 100,857 miles

small oil leak from differential

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 95,278 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 91,495 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 91,495 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 88,028 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 84,961 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 80,336 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 18 Sep 2012 78,402 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 74,908 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 71,879 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 67,351 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 64,841 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 62,816 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 61,150 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 59,311 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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C11 GEE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 98,211 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 C11 GEE, 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 29 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 C11 GEE?

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What year was C11 GEE registered?

C11 GEE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is C11 GEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C11 GEE shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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