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FH55 BVF

2005 Mercedes-benz Cl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

133,449 mi
Last recorded133,449 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl68,931 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 BVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 133,449 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2024 133,449 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 133,423 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 122,043 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 111,907 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

no warning lights on dash time of test

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 16 Jan 2021 102,895 miles

no warning lights on dash time of test

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Fail 15 Jan 2021 102,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

no warning lights on dash time of test

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 31 Jan 2020 94,391 miles

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

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

no warning lights on dash time of test

Pass 17 Jan 2019 84,071 miles

n/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

no warning lights on dash time of test

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

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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FH55 BVF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 68,931 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH55 BVF, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FH55 BVF registered?

FH55 BVF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is FH55 BVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH55 BVF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FH55 BVF have outstanding finance?

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