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F13 JER

1998 Mercedes-benz Cl

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

87,831 mi
Last recorded87,831 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl94,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF13 JER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 87,831 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 86,864 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 3 Nov 2017 86,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 74,676 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 63,462 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 52,157 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)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 45,719 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 21 Aug 2012 37,920 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 36,113 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 34,758 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 34,568 miles

o/s front power steering pipe corroding

Pass 3 Oct 2005 32,830 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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F13 JER is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 94,084 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 F13 JER, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F13 JER registered?

F13 JER is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is F13 JER safe to buy?

The MOT history for F13 JER shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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