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MIL 3225

2001 Mercedes-benz Cl

Blue Petrol 5786cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,525 mi
Last recorded61,525 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Cl79,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIL 3225
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,786cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 61,525 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2012 57,973 miles

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

engine light on

wipers streaky

Pass 12 Jan 2010 55,717 miles

DIFICULT TO ASSESS UNDERSIDE OF VEHILE DUE TO PLASTIC COVERS

Fail 19 Dec 2009 55,546 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 22 Dec 2008 49,165 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 49,165 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 42,517 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

cut in nearside front tyre outer wall

engine management light on

Pass 19 Dec 2006 36,443 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 32,629 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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MIL 3225 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Cl in Blue with a 5,786cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MIL 3225, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MIL 3225 registered?

MIL 3225 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is MIL 3225 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIL 3225 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.

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