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R205 XTR

1998 Mercedes-benz Cl

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,341 mi
Last recorded102,341 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl94,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR205 XTR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2011 102,341 miles

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

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)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 91,919 miles

accident damaged vehicle

Fail 24 Nov 2009 89,478 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

oil leak from rear axle diff

Pass 24 Nov 2009 89,478 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

oil leak from rear axle diff

Pass 26 Nov 2008 83,313 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside front tyre heavily worn on inner edge. Advise replacement.

Pass 8 Nov 2007 77,084 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 76,670 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2006 70,643 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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R205 XTR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 94,084 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R205 XTR, 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 28 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 R205 XTR registered?

R205 XTR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 9 January 1998.

Is R205 XTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R205 XTR shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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