2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 4.7L Petrol · CL55 SVB
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (4.7L, petrol). First registered 19 Jul 2006. Recorded mileage 143,112 miles. MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 143,112 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
CL55 SVB Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 14/04/2026
- 143,112 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CL55 SVB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz Cls (CL55 SVB) between July 2009 and April 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 14 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Steering (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
CL55 SVB Mileage History
- 24/07/200945,967 mi
- 20/07/201056,555 mi+10,588 mi
- 22/07/201056,565 mi+10 mi
- 27/10/201175,141 mi+18,576 mi
- 12/09/201287,748 mi+12,607 mi
- 22/08/2013100,651 mi+12,903 mi
- 29/08/2013100,923 mi+272 mi
- 25/09/2014116,345 mi+15,422 mi
- 09/10/2015124,731 mi+8,386 mi
- 31/10/2016126,188 mi+1,457 mi
- 10/10/2017128,596 mi+2,408 mi
- 18/10/2017128,678 mi+82 mi
- 16/10/2018130,610 mi+1,932 mi
- 14/10/2019131,475 mi+865 mi
- 30/10/2020133,979 mi+2,504 mi
- 01/09/2021135,419 mi+1,440 mi
- 26/08/2022138,047 mi+2,628 mi
- 05/09/2022138,092 mi+45 mi
- 05/03/2024138,404 mi+312 mi
- 03/04/2025141,964 mi+3,560 mi
- 08/04/2025141,966 mi+2 mi
- 14/04/2026143,112 mi+1,146 mi
Average of roughly 5,809 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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