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MK04 BVY

2004 Mercedes-benz Cl

Black Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

81,397 mi
Last recorded81,397 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Cl63,419 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK04 BVY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2016 81,397 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 81,396 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2015 76,490 miles

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

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

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

Offside front suspension unit has play in top mount

Fail 25 Aug 2015 76,490 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside front suspension unit has play in top mount

Pass 22 Jul 2014 72,272 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

near side bumper insecure

Pass 21 Dec 2012 64,807 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 59,494 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 52,580 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 52,580 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 May 2009 43,168 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 32,361 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 21,039 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 21,032 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

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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MK04 BVY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Cl in Black with a 5,513cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 63,419 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 MK04 BVY, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MK04 BVY registered?

MK04 BVY is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is MK04 BVY safe to buy?

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