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Mercedes-Benz CL 500

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 4,973 cc

275 BATMOT history

275 BAT is a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz CL 500 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Dec 2025 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 95,319 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Dec 2025
Mileage
95,319 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2024
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
275 BAT
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CL 500
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,973 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

275 BAT was last recorded at 95,319 miles on 10 Dec 2024, 1,055 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,264 miles · 1 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,055 miles
Average per year
3,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 95,319 miles
  • 2023 – 94,264 miles
  • 2022 – 92,468 miles
  • 2021 – 89,395 miles
  • 2020 – 88,646 miles
  • 2019 – 84,901 miles
  • 2018 – 80,530 miles
  • 2017 – 76,850 miles
  • 2016 – 72,432 miles
  • 2015 – 68,432 miles
  • 2014 – 63,716 miles
  • 2013 – 63,673 miles
  • 2012 – 58,552 miles
  • 2011 – 55,154 miles
  • 2010 – 51,984 miles
  • 2009 – 48,129 miles
  • 2008 – 40,961 miles
  • 2007 – 38,635 miles
  • 2006 – 35,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,319 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,319 miles (+1,055)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    95,319 miles
    Test number
    782260782611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass94,264 miles (+1,796)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    94,264 miles
    Test number
    624804085982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,468 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,468 miles
    Test number
    147077385529
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail92,460 miles (+3,065)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,460 miles
    Test number
    704596824357
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass89,395 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    89,395 miles
    Test number
    370998731744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail89,395 miles (+749)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,395 miles
    Test number
    499088660835
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass88,646 miles (+3,745)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    88,646 miles
    Test number
    548350731130
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass84,901 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    84,901 miles
    Test number
    682249633470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail84,901 miles (+4,371)1 dangerous4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,901 miles
    Test number
    400559851773
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass80,530 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    80,530 miles
    Test number
    259309577335
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake light inp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

  11. Fail80,530 miles (+3,680)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,530 miles
    Test number
    890547972162
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake light inp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

  12. Pass76,850 miles (+4,418)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,850 miles
    Test number
    583069829842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,432 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,432 miles
    Test number
    111978786608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,432 miles (+4,716)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,432 miles
    Test number
    346592265000
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass63,716 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,716 miles
    Test number
    638597164049
    • NoteCentre exhaust (tie) bracket broken.
    • NoteDrivers seat belt stalk belt extender is split.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail63,716 miles (+43)2 failures2 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,716 miles
    Test number
    729786064047
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • NoteCentre exhaust (tie) bracket broken.
    • NoteDrivers seat belt stalk belt extender is split.
    • NoteDrivers window is not working.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront passengers seat fore & aft function not working
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass63,673 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,673 miles
    Test number
    807926013334
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteO/s/f seatbelt extender mechanism detached

  18. Fail63,673 miles (+5,121)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,673 miles
    Test number
    447978003413
    • FailureNearside Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteO/s/f seatbelt extender mechanism detached

  19. Pass58,552 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,552 miles
    Test number
    997441962218
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail58,505 miles (+3,351)3 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,505 miles
    Test number
    139837852220
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass55,154 miles (+3,170)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,154 miles
    Test number
    496855831388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear diff. damp with oil.
    • NoteSteering box damp with oil.

  22. Pass51,984 miles (+1)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,984 miles
    Test number
    950910050355
    • AdvisoryInner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f tyre sidewall
    • NoteHeavy wear on both front tyre edges
    • NoteLeak from around diff area
    • NotePlay in both front wheel bearings,close to limits

  23. Fail51,983 miles (+3,854)1 failure5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,983 miles
    Test number
    412159240424
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f tyre sidewall
    • NoteHeavy wear on both front tyre edges
    • NoteLeak from around diff area
    • NotePlay in both front wheel bearings,close to limits

  24. Pass48,129 miles (+3,236)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    48,129 miles
    Test number
    674711459390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,893 miles (+3,932)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,893 miles
    Test number
    131883519434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,961 miles (+2,326)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    40,961 miles
    Test number
    681957238087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,635 miles
    Test number
    403267837031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail38,635 miles (+3,423)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,635 miles
    Test number
    370217537078
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteSlight play in front ball joints.

  29. Fail35,212 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,212 miles
    Test number
    162134446427
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass35,212 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    35,212 miles
    Test number
    234044746055
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 275 BAT

What vehicle is registration 275 BAT currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 275 BAT on a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz CL 500 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 275 BAT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 275 BAT expired on 9 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 275 BAT?
The MOT on 275 BAT expired on 9 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 275 BAT done?
275 BAT was recorded at 95,319 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2024, an average of 3,193 miles a year.
Has 275 BAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 275 BAT has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on 275 BAT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 275 BAT find?
275 BAT passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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