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M5 UBO

1997 Mercedes-benz Cl

Green Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

100,945 mi
Last recorded100,945 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2014
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl98,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 UBO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2014 100,945 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 93,747 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 87,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

all brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 22 Feb 2010 83,747 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 8 May 2009 83,034 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 83,034 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 80,959 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 77,804 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 May 2006 73,463 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 73,463 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2005 66,203 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)

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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M5 UBO is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl in Green with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 98,211 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 M5 UBO, 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 29 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 M5 UBO registered?

M5 UBO is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is M5 UBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 UBO shows 11 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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