1997 Mercedes CL 4.2L Petrol · R101 BRP
1997 Mercedes CL (4.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 1997. Recorded mileage 194,431 miles. MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES CL
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 194,431 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
R101 BRP Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/07/2026
- 194,431 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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R101 BRP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 1997 Mercedes Cl (R101 BRP) between July 2026 and July 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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