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K15 SSU

2003 Mercedes-benz Cl

Purple Petrol 5513cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,575 mi
Last recorded71,575 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl75,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK15 SSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,513cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 71,575 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 11 Jun 2026 71,575 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear 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))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 71,166 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 70,690 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 69,987 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 69,090 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2020 68,238 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 May 2020 68,238 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working wing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 65,800 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 May 2017 61,923 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 60,881 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 59,362 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 56,811 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 86,038 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 45,599 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 42,456 miles

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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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K15 SSU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl in Purple with a 5,513cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K15 SSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K15 SSU registered?

K15 SSU is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is K15 SSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K15 SSU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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