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S234 JFP

1998 Mercedes-benz Cl

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,363 mi
Last recorded118,363 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl94,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS234 JFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2014 118,363 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 115,900 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 115,900 miles

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 112,141 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 106,359 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 101,998 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 101,945 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 97,720 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 93,203 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 88,951 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2006 88,951 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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S234 JFP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 S234 JFP, 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.

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What year was S234 JFP registered?

S234 JFP is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is S234 JFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S234 JFP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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