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CL55 CLB

2009 Mercedes-benz Cl 500

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,998 mi
Last recorded15,998 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz Cl 50059,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCL55 CLB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl 500
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 15,998 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 10,745 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2024 10,745 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 10,073 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 10,073 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 10,042 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 7,607 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 7,586 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 7,125 miles

front brake discs corroded on inner faces

Pass 5 Dec 2014 6,099 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 4,669 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 4,659 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 2,825 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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CL55 CLB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cl 500 in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz Cl 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 59,706 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 CL55 CLB, 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 17 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 CL55 CLB registered?

CL55 CLB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz Cl 500, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is CL55 CLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CL55 CLB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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