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CF53 AKU

2003 Mercedes-benz Cl 500

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

95,555 mi
Last recorded95,555 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl 50075,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 AKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl 500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 95,555 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 80,768 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 80,768 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 76,426 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 73,117 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 71,116 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 69,467 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 67,495 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 65,421 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 62,834 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 62,825 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 58,456 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 58,456 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 56,194 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 56,169 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 53,079 miles

front brake discs rusty

Pass 26 Jan 2010 49,895 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 46,670 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 42,721 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 42,701 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2006 38,307 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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CF53 AKU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl 500 in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CF53 AKU, 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 CF53 AKU registered?

CF53 AKU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl 500, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is CF53 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF53 AKU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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