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M23 RCV

1998 Mercedes-benz Cl

Blue Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,172 mi
Last recorded58,172 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl94,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM23 RCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 58,172 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 56,767 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front fog light inopertaive

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 56,762 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 56,484 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 56,484 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 56,212 miles

Covers fitted

Fail 27 Aug 2019 54,252 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

All suspension components has age related corrosion

Covers fitted

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 51,678 miles

All coil springs has slight corrosion

Covers fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2017 49,008 miles

Covers fitted

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

oil leak

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 47,928 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s & o/s rear (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s front (3.5.1i)

n/s & o/s front wipers slightly worn

Pass 14 Jul 2015 44,372 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 12 Jul 2014 40,937 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 40,937 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 36,391 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 32,575 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 31,101 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 29,294 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 27,753 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 26,736 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 25,372 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 23,747 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 23,747 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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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M23 RCV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl in Blue with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M23 RCV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M23 RCV registered?

M23 RCV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 30 November 1998.

Is M23 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M23 RCV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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