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EK54 WXD

2004 Mercedes-benz Cl 500

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

50,338 mi
Last recorded50,338 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Cl 50073,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK54 WXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl 500
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 50,338 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased . (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective both hangers snapped . (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 48,523 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

suspension fault on dash no fault due to coil-overs fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2023 48,192 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 46,355 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 43,853 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 41,516 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 41,401 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2016 40,784 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 40,598 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 39,591 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 37,318 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 37,310 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 37,191 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Dec 2011 31,567 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 25,996 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 21,146 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 16,956 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 11,217 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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EK54 WXD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Cl 500 in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Cl 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 73,518 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 EK54 WXD, 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 22 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 EK54 WXD registered?

EK54 WXD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Cl 500, first registered on 15 December 2004.

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The MOT history for EK54 WXD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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