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N555 CLS

2005 Mercedes-benz Cl

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,292 mi
Last recorded85,292 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl68,931 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN555 CLS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 85,292 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 82,971 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 81,254 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2023 80,403 miles

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

Under tary fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2022 78,896 miles

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2021 77,949 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2020 76,579 miles

Under tray fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2019 71,938 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 68,979 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 66,139 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 62,651 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 57,553 miles

front brakes low on friction

o/s/front tyre inner edge worn

Pass 5 Dec 2013 52,036 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 52,036 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 41,893 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 34,049 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 26,089 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 26,085 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 21,129 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 12,864 miles

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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N555 CLS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 68,931 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 N555 CLS, 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 21 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 N555 CLS registered?

N555 CLS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is N555 CLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N555 CLS shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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