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Mercedes-Benz CL 500

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 4,966 cc

GSW 165MOT history

GSW 165 is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CL 500 first used on 2 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 96,688 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
96,688 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,607 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
GSW 165
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CL 500
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
2 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

GSW 165 was last recorded at 96,688 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 1,092 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,596 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,092 miles
Average per year
3,607 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,688 miles
  • 2025 – 95,596 miles
  • 2023 – 92,164 miles
  • 2022 – 88,344 miles
  • 2021 – 84,882 miles
  • 2020 – 84,465 miles
  • 2019 – 82,052 miles
  • 2018 – 80,146 miles
  • 2017 – 78,430 miles
  • 2016 – 76,258 miles
  • 2015 – 74,646 miles
  • 2014 – 72,968 miles
  • 2013 – 71,232 miles
  • 2012 – 69,067 miles
  • 2011 – 66,444 miles
  • 2010 – 53,748 miles
  • 2009 – 42,981 miles
  • 2008 – 31,622 miles
  • 2007 – 28,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,688 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,688 miles (+1,092)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    96,688 miles
    Test number
    855995389148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,596 miles (+1,364)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    95,596 miles
    Test number
    341907647122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass94,232 miles (+2,068)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    94,232 miles
    Test number
    819877911760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass92,164 miles (+3,820)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,164 miles
    Test number
    371913995904
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass88,344 miles (+3,462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    88,344 miles
    Test number
    555263726759
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,882 miles (+417)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    84,882 miles
    Test number
    348872928577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,465 miles (+2,413)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,465 miles
    Test number
    416465392824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass82,052 miles (+1,906)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,052 miles
    Test number
    569311065651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,146 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,146 miles
    Test number
    882584585294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  10. Fail80,146 miles (+1,716)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,146 miles
    Test number
    393707209169
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  11. Pass78,430 miles (+2,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,430 miles
    Test number
    107470317969
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass76,258 miles (+1,612)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,258 miles
    Test number
    176234141539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,646 miles (+1,678)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,646 miles
    Test number
    836311435134
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteNearside rear shocker damp

  14. Pass72,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    72,968 miles
    Test number
    616398724161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,968 miles (+1,736)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,968 miles
    Test number
    796768824197
    • DangerousNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOff side front tyre is perishing

  16. Pass71,232 miles (+2,165)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    71,232 miles
    Test number
    677959323191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass69,067 miles (+18)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,067 miles
    Test number
    228477932435
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail69,049 miles (+2,605)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,049 miles
    Test number
    219696532418
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE WEARING LOW ON INNER EGDE
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWEAR TO REAR BRAKE DISCS

  19. Pass66,444 miles (+12,696)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    66,444 miles
    Test number
    335356341111
    • NoteFront brake discs worn badly
    • NoteRear brake pads very low
    • NoteRear tyres low and wearing unevenly

  20. Pass53,748 miles (+10,767)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,748 miles
    Test number
    864377640179
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear suspension gaiters split.

  21. Pass42,981 miles (+11,359)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,981 miles
    Test number
    222731249404
    • NoteSome light damage to swept areas of windscreen.

  22. Pass31,622 miles (+2,752)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    31,622 miles
    Test number
    334751558162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,870 miles
    Test number
    263251147386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about GSW 165

What vehicle is registration GSW 165 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show GSW 165 on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CL 500 first used on 2 Aug 2004. 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 GSW 165 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on GSW 165 is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on GSW 165?
The MOT on GSW 165 is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has GSW 165 done?
GSW 165 was recorded at 96,688 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 3,607 miles a year.
Has GSW 165 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. GSW 165 has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2018.
Has the mileage on GSW 165 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 GSW 165 find?
GSW 165 passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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