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Mercedes-Benz CL 500

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 4,966 cc

579 AAFMOT history

579 AAF is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CL 500 first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 61,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
61,004 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,283 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
579 AAF
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CL 500
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

579 AAF was last recorded at 61,004 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,623 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
381 miles
Average per year
2,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,004 miles
  • 2025 – 60,623 miles
  • 2024 – 60,046 miles
  • 2023 – 59,296 miles
  • 2022 – 58,234 miles
  • 2021 – 57,073 miles
  • 2020 – 55,981 miles
  • 2019 – 54,334 miles
  • 2018 – 52,156 miles
  • 2017 – 50,273 miles
  • 2016 – 46,433 miles
  • 2015 – 44,477 miles
  • 2014 – 42,242 miles
  • 2013 – 39,026 miles
  • 2012 – 37,462 miles
  • 2011 – 32,618 miles
  • 2009 – 27,991 miles
  • 2008 – 20,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,004 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted both sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,004 miles (+381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    61,004 miles
    Test number
    917573573034
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted both sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass60,623 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    60,623 miles
    Test number
    640103401722
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted both sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail60,623 miles (+19)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,623 miles
    Test number
    577662397295
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted both sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail60,604 miles (+558)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,604 miles
    Test number
    118293517496
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Lens deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level. (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Loose fitting on folding hinge assembly.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides. (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass60,046 miles (+750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    60,046 miles
    Test number
    573382525129
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater slightly defective

  6. Pass59,296 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    59,296 miles
    Test number
    710088744854
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail59,294 miles (+1,060)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,294 miles
    Test number
    835433061799
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass58,234 miles (+1,161)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    58,234 miles
    Test number
    313070157140
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass57,073 miles (+1,092)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    57,073 miles
    Test number
    440466709868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,981 miles (+1,647)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    55,981 miles
    Test number
    308109471627
    • AdvisoryN/S front tire has slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  11. Pass54,334 miles (+2,178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    54,334 miles
    Test number
    631334555458
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass52,156 miles (+1,883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    52,156 miles
    Test number
    424692482337
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass50,273 miles (+3,840)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    50,273 miles
    Test number
    853849556315
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass46,433 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,433 miles
    Test number
    454665467436
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail46,433 miles (+1,956)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,433 miles
    Test number
    599293257348
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass44,477 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,477 miles
    Test number
    429805705150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

  17. Fail44,477 miles (+2,235)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,477 miles
    Test number
    105990205137
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass42,242 miles (+3,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    42,242 miles
    Test number
    625948514147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass39,026 miles (+5)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,026 miles
    Test number
    306994913181
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise both front alloy wheels,inner rim damaged
    • NoteAdvise front screen chipped
    • NoteAdvise high level brake light not working
    • NoteAdvise off side rear alloy wheel,inner rim damaged

  20. Fail39,021 miles (+1,559)6 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,021 miles
    Test number
    378927003119
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise both front alloy wheels,inner rim damaged
    • NoteAdvise front and rear brake pads wearing low
    • NoteAdvise front screen chipped
    • NoteAdvise high level brake light not working
    • NoteAdvise off side rear alloy wheel,inner rim damaged
    • NoteAdvise rear brake discs corroding

  21. Pass37,462 miles (+4,844)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    37,462 miles
    Test number
    726136142088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre brake light not working

  22. Pass32,618 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    32,618 miles
    Test number
    795667941088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail32,604 miles (+4,613)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,604 miles
    Test number
    556836741038
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass27,991 miles (+7,966)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    27,991 miles
    Test number
    282055779287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,025 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    20,025 miles
    Test number
    301023838473
    • NoteRear tyres on limit

Questions about 579 AAF

What vehicle is registration 579 AAF currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 579 AAF on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CL 500 first used on 1 Sept 2005. 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 579 AAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 579 AAF is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 579 AAF?
The MOT on 579 AAF is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 579 AAF done?
579 AAF was recorded at 61,004 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 2,283 miles a year.
Has 579 AAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 579 AAF has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on 579 AAF 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 579 AAF find?
579 AAF passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front road wheel slightly distorted both sides; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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