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CLZ 4913

1993 Mercedes-benz 320

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,490 mi
Last recorded74,490 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 320125,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLZ 4913
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 74,490 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 73,992 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 73,804 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2023 73,680 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 73,629 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 73,616 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres code date 4900 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 73,597 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 73,213 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 73,213 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 72,995 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 72,912 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2015 72,827 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 72,827 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2014 72,790 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

all tyres showing signs of aging

Pass 26 May 2012 72,726 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 72,623 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 72,432 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 72,113 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 71,625 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 70,603 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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CLZ 4913 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 320 in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 125,098 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CLZ 4913, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CLZ 4913 registered?

CLZ 4913 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 26 February 1993.

Is CLZ 4913 safe to buy?

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