1996 Mercedes-Benz CL 4.2L Petrol · DAR 844R
1996 Mercedes-Benz CL (4.2L, petrol). First registered 02 Aug 1996. Recorded mileage 76,997 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CL
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,997 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DAR 844R Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2026
- 76,997 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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DAR 844R MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Mercedes-Benz Cl (DAR 844R) between June 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
DAR 844R Mileage History
- 01/06/202275,357 mi
- 23/06/202375,915 mi+558 mi
- 13/07/202476,277 mi+362 mi
- 12/07/202576,721 mi+444 mi
- 24/07/202676,997 mi+276 mi
Average of roughly 396 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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