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2003 Mercedes-Benz CL 500 5.0L Petrol · S500 AAY

S500 AAY

2003 Mercedes-Benz CL 500 (5.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Jul 2003. Recorded mileage 90,255 miles. MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ CL 500
Year / Origin
2003 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 28 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
90,255 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 5.0L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 28 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
4966cc
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S500 AAY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2026
  • 90,255 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

S500 AAY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Sept 2026, 19:52
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz Cl 500 (S500 AAY) between January 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 30 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

S500 AAY Mileage History

  1. 13/01/202377,512 mi
  2. 13/01/202377,512 mi
  3. 02/01/202478,155 mi+643 mi
  4. 14/03/202584,731 mi+6,576 mi
  5. 30/03/202690,255 mi+5,524 mi

Average of roughly 3,972 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Valid MOT
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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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