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8888 CL

2012 Mercedes-benz Cl

Silver Petrol 4663cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,171 mi
Last recorded117,171 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Cl52,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration8888 CL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,663cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 117,171 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2026 117,172 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/35r20 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 101,164 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 90,864 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 74,425 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 65,215 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 58,347 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 49,476 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 41,794 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 41,384 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2016 34,135 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2015 25,637 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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8888 CL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cl in Silver with a 4,663cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 52,222 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 8888 CL, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 8888 CL registered?

8888 CL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 10 October 2012.

Is 8888 CL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8888 CL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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