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Mercedes-Benz CL 500

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 4,966 cc

551 NFCMOT history

551 NFC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CL 500 first used on 18 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 72,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
72,697 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
551 NFC
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CL 500
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

551 NFC was last recorded at 72,697 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 3,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,620 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,077 miles
Average per year
4,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,697 miles
  • 2025 – 69,620 miles
  • 2024 – 66,787 miles
  • 2023 – 59,761 miles
  • 2022 – 53,000 miles
  • 2021 – 46,936 miles
  • 2020 – 42,526 miles
  • 2019 – 36,322 miles
  • 2018 – 27,607 miles
  • 2017 – 19,896 miles
  • 2016 – 10,711 miles
  • 2015 – 8,311 miles
  • 2014 – 6,765 miles
  • 2013 – 5,483 miles
  • 2012 – 3,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,697 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine bay covers fitted preventing the inspection of some engine bay components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Underbody covers fitted preventing the inspection of some underbody components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,697 miles (+3,077)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    72,697 miles
    Test number
    393748604107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass69,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    69,620 miles
    Test number
    626189123745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail69,620 miles (+2,833)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,620 miles
    Test number
    296195719331
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass66,787 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    66,787 miles
    Test number
    291465814343
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail66,787 miles (+7,026)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,787 miles
    Test number
    971403879352
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Brake application excessively uneven (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass59,761 miles (+6,761)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    59,761 miles
    Test number
    264917433511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,000 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    53,000 miles
    Test number
    610405800121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,997 miles (+6,061)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,997 miles
    Test number
    468376430579
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick ALL (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass46,936 miles (+4,410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    46,936 miles
    Test number
    781305972437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass42,526 miles (+6,204)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    42,526 miles
    Test number
    207367958052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,322 miles (+8,715)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    36,322 miles
    Test number
    897374651079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    27,607 miles
    Test number
    216414297220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail27,604 miles (+7,708)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,604 miles
    Test number
    924523498583
    • MajorBrake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

  14. Pass19,896 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    19,896 miles
    Test number
    857033669281
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted preventing the inspection of some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted preventing the inspection of some underbody components

  15. Fail19,896 miles (+9,185)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,896 miles
    Test number
    338782850354
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted preventing the inspection of some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted preventing the inspection of some underbody components

  16. Pass10,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    10,711 miles
    Test number
    349767060370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail10,711 miles (+2,400)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,711 miles
    Test number
    966373818498
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass8,311 miles (+1,546)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    8,311 miles
    Test number
    741935787647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass6,765 miles (+1,282)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    6,765 miles
    Test number
    886351944248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass5,483 miles (+1,513)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    5,483 miles
    Test number
    837773753222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass3,970 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    3,970 miles
    Test number
    958427332245
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about 551 NFC

What vehicle is registration 551 NFC currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 551 NFC on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CL 500 first used on 18 Sept 2009. 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 551 NFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 551 NFC is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 551 NFC?
The MOT on 551 NFC is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 551 NFC done?
551 NFC was recorded at 72,697 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 4,937 miles a year.
Has 551 NFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 551 NFC has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on 551 NFC 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 551 NFC find?
551 NFC passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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