2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 500 5.0L Petrol · WG05 MHV
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 500 (5.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 144,481 miles. MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CL 500
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,481 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WG05 MHV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
- 144,481 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WG05 MHV 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 Cl 500 (WG05 MHV) between April 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (12 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
WG05 MHV Mileage History
- 21/04/2022140,687 mi
- 22/04/2022140,687 mi
- 14/03/2025140,909 mi+222 mi
- 26/02/2026144,481 mi+3,572 mi
- 26/02/2026144,481 mi
Average of roughly 985 miles per year across 5 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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