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M55 TWG

2004 Mercedes-benz Cl

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

55,093 mi
Last recorded55,093 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Cl63,419 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 TWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 55,093 miles

Complete rear axle coated in black underseal unable to properly inspect brake pipes and suspension components

General corrosion on underside of vehicle

Hydraulic suspension hoses corroded on front axle

Knocking from steering column while steering

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 54,073 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Brake reaction /caster arm hydraulic bush split and lost fluid (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor corroded and small hole forward of inner wheel arch within 30cm of front subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Brake reaction /caster arm hydraulic bush split and lost fluid (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Suspension Pipes Heavily corroded but not leaking

Fail 8 Nov 2024 54,072 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre Perished Cracked and slightly out of shape showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Brake reaction /caster arm hydraulic bush split and lost fluid (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor corroded and small hole forward of inner wheel arch within 30cm of front subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Brake reaction /caster arm hydraulic bush split and lost fluid (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Suspension Pipes Heavily corroded but not leaking

Pass 21 Nov 2023 53,722 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 53,052 miles

Both headlamps discoloured but not affecting light output

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

Underside condition of vehicle corroded but not excessively

Pass 22 Nov 2021 51,894 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 51,092 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 50,679 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 50,192 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 49,211 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 47,418 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 46,201 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)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 45,403 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 43,086 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 41,522 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 38,988 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 36,344 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 34,130 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 31,315 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 25,155 miles

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

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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M55 TWG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Cl in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 63,419 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 M55 TWG, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M55 TWG registered?

M55 TWG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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