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P108 LKP

1997 Mercedes-benz Cl

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

150,273 mi
Last recorded150,273 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl98,211 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP108 LKP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2016 150,273 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 150,215 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 145,008 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

minor split n/s/front wiper blade

Pass 30 Jan 2014 139,912 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 23 Jan 2014 139,912 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 135,506 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

offside front wheel arch corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2012 130,424 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 120,942 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2009 112,881 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 112,798 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 101,862 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 87,329 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 86,174 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 77,060 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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P108 LKP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 P108 LKP, 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.

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P108 LKP is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 25 April 1997.

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