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MD51 BNZ

2001 Mercedes-benz Cl

Beige Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

66,715 mi
Last recorded66,715 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Cl79,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD51 BNZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 66,715 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2023 66,655 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 65,766 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 63,855 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement At wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement At wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 63,058 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 63,056 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 May 2018 61,909 miles

Both front tyres bald on inner/outer edges

Intermitant fault with srs lamp

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

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

Offside 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)

Pass 22 May 2017 60,944 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 58,511 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 52,706 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2014 48,645 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 46,467 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 45,013 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 41,279 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 41,265 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 40,708 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 40,708 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 39,194 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 37,104 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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MD51 BNZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Cl in Beige with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 79,054 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 MD51 BNZ, 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 25 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 MD51 BNZ registered?

MD51 BNZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is MD51 BNZ safe to buy?

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