2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.5L Petrol · GH53 CLS
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (3.5L, petrol). First registered 23 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 83,050 miles. MOT valid until 28 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLS
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,050 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GH53 CLS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/05/2026
- 83,050 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GH53 CLS MOT History
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 2005 Mercedes-Benz Cls (GH53 CLS) between May 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
GH53 CLS Mileage History
- 17/05/202275,419 mi
- 02/05/202376,870 mi+1,451 mi
- 21/05/202478,750 mi+1,880 mi
- 07/05/202581,114 mi+2,364 mi
- 29/05/202683,050 mi+1,936 mi
Average of roughly 1,892 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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