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R252 ENF

1998 Mercedes-benz Cl

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,086 mi
Last recorded88,086 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl94,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR252 ENF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 88,086 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 84,433 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 82,182 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 78,427 miles

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)

Fail 5 Feb 2014 78,420 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2013 77,646 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 77,646 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 75,428 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 70,691 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 68,289 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 62,968 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Slight play in front suspension

Pass 2 Jan 2009 62,968 miles

Slight play in front suspension

Pass 12 Dec 2007 55,121 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 48,594 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 48,594 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 40,571 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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R252 ENF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R252 ENF, 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 R252 ENF registered?

R252 ENF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is R252 ENF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R252 ENF shows 16 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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