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RON 659

2000 Mercedes-benz Cl

Black Petrol 5786cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

131,302 mi
Last recorded131,302 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Cl79,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRON 659
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,786cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2024 131,302 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions unable to be completed due to vehicle overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

headlights dim

steering heavy in operation

suspension pipes corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2016 131,280 miles

brake pipes greased

general under body corrosion

Fail 30 Mar 2016 131,280 miles

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

brake pipes greased

general under body corrosion

Pass 18 Dec 2014 131,243 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 131,219 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 131,157 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 122,509 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 109,620 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 91,938 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2006 91,938 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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RON 659 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Cl in Black with a 5,786cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 79,719 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 RON 659, 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 26 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 RON 659 registered?

RON 659 is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 28 September 2000.

Is RON 659 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RON 659 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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