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S233 GGP

1998 Mercedes-benz Cl

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

131,850 mi
Last recorded131,850 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl94,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS233 GGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2024 131,850 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 130,073 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 128,159 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 127,570 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 126,167 miles

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

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Fuel hose corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 125,892 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 125,736 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2017 125,492 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Oct 2017 125,485 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 125,434 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 118,826 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 106,813 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 101,002 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2013 101,002 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 98,758 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2012 98,758 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 96,130 miles

wipers starting to wear

Pass 13 Oct 2010 93,828 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 86,586 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 86,586 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 81,324 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 79,372 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 79,253 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 77,686 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 77,634 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear 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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2005 71,017 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2005 71,017 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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S233 GGP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 94,084 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 S233 GGP, 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 S233 GGP registered?

S233 GGP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S233 GGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S233 GGP shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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