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RV05 NUB

2005 Mercedes-benz Cl

Silver Petrol 5980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,633 mi
Last recorded118,633 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl68,931 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 NUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,980cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2025 118,633 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 118,608 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 118,210 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 117,475 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 114,837 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 111,619 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 108,673 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 101,964 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 96,737 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 93,630 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 89,846 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2010 84,259 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2009 74,226 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 62,450 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear 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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RV05 NUB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl in Silver with a 5,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RV05 NUB, 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 RV05 NUB registered?

RV05 NUB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Cl, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RV05 NUB safe to buy?

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