MOT Status
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117,461 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Direction indicator not working N/S/F & O/S/F (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Oil leak
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Offside Rear 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P370 VGJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.
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 P370 VGJ, 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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What year was P370 VGJ registered?
P370 VGJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is P370 VGJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for P370 VGJ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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