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GX53 WJM

2003 Mercedes-benz Cl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

127,318 mi
Last recorded127,318 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl75,880 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 WJM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 127,318 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2026 127,300 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pump insecure (2.1.5 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Hole in chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 119,752 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2022 118,600 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2021 102,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2019 100,609 miles

Rear floor areas slightly corroded

Fail 27 Apr 2019 100,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear floor areas slightly corroded

Pass 9 May 2018 98,120 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 94,607 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 88,548 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front inside pads (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs slightly worn/scored

n/s/r tyre wearing slightly inside edge

o/s/r tyre wearing slightly inside edge

Pass 5 Feb 2015 80,300 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 80,300 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 74,126 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f brake pipes slight corrosion

Pass 2 Apr 2012 67,335 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 67,335 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)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 59,468 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 54,469 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 49,001 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 48,366 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 48,366 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 47,923 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 26,912 miles

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)

nail in off/side/front tyre

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Cl?

Based on 40,934 MOT tests across 3,089 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
3,581
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
3,089
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,561
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 546
Brake pipe excessively corroded 485
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 308
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GX53 WJM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 75,880 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX53 WJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Cl typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX53 WJM registered?

GX53 WJM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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