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AV08 ADA

2008 Mercedes-benz Cl 500

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

133,902 mi
Last recorded133,902 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Cl 50064,112 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 ADA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl 500
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 133,902 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 130,110 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 129,335 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 127,935 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 125,296 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 118,856 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 114,840 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 106,015 miles

Engine warning light on

Offside Oil leak From engine

Pass 25 Jan 2017 96,800 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 84,370 miles

Bulge to outer sidewall of Nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Feb 2016 84,370 miles

Bulge to outer sidewall of Nearside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 69,643 miles

Damage to nearside undertray

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Sep 2013 44,962 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 44,962 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 21,821 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 21,297 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 20,422 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Cl 500?

Based on 69,232 MOT tests across 4,285 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
4,114
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
4,285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,209
Brake pipe excessively corroded 902
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 877
position lamp(s) not working 711
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 698
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AV08 ADA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cl 500 in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Cl 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 64,112 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Cl 500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,209 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 ADA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Cl 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cl 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV08 ADA registered?

AV08 ADA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Cl 500, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AV08 ADA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 ADA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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