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BB53 LUX

2003 Mercedes-benz Cl 500

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

90,591 mi
Last recorded90,591 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl 50075,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB53 LUX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl 500
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 90,591 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 90,448 miles

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

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

Offside crack on windscreen but not effecting the view of the road

Pass 3 Oct 2018 89,990 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 89,753 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 88,354 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 86,261 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Feb 2015 86,261 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2014 83,656 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2014 83,656 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2013 81,469 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 79,076 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 78,332 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 73,018 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 60,040 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Feb 2008 45,706 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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BB53 LUX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl 500 in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 75,647 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 BB53 LUX, 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 23 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 BB53 LUX registered?

BB53 LUX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl 500, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is BB53 LUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BB53 LUX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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