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FJ07 XLA

2007 Mercedes-benz Cl

Black Petrol 5462cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

127,106 mi
Last recorded127,106 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Cl61,332 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ07 XLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,462cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 127,106 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 123,692 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 123,690 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 121,404 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 120,081 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 116,030 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 112,113 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 111,880 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 107,439 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 104,549 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 100,763 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 91,452 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 91,440 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 89,359 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 58,574 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2010 40,625 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 40,625 miles

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

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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FJ07 XLA is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Cl in Black with a 5,462cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 61,332 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 FJ07 XLA, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJ07 XLA?

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What year was FJ07 XLA registered?

FJ07 XLA is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 5 March 2007.

Is FJ07 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ07 XLA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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