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Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,295 cc

L55 PJLMOT history

L55 PJL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 28 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 92,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2024.

L55 PJL silver Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2025
Mileage
92,980 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 PJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 PJL was last recorded at 92,980 miles on 30 Jan 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,977 miles · 19 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 92,980 miles
  • 2023 – 92,977 miles
  • 2022 – 92,970 miles
  • 2021 – 92,886 miles
  • 2020 – 92,391 miles
  • 2019 – 92,313 miles
  • 2018 – 91,681 miles
  • 2017 – 90,725 miles
  • 2016 – 89,452 miles
  • 2015 – 88,110 miles
  • 2014 – 85,758 miles
  • 2013 – 83,980 miles
  • 2012 – 81,072 miles
  • 2011 – 78,359 miles
  • 2010 – 77,045 miles
  • 2009 – 75,396 miles
  • 2008 – 72,946 miles
  • 2007 – 70,828 miles
  • 2006 – 67,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,980 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,980 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    92,980 miles
    Test number
    856223705406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass92,977 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    92,977 miles
    Test number
    554829214178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened several (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn several (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass92,970 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    92,970 miles
    Test number
    559885657112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Multiple suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Multiple suspension bushes perished / starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail92,970 miles (+84)2 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,970 miles
    Test number
    963739579932
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Multiple suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Multiple suspension bushes perished / starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass92,886 miles2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    92,886 miles
    Test number
    275760487615
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Multiple mounting been repaired but exhaust still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded but still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Multiple suspension components corroded but not excessive (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Multiple suspension bushes perished / splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail92,886 miles (+495)1 repaired2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,886 miles
    Test number
    733879697612
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Multiple mounting been repaired but exhaust still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded but still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Multiple suspension components corroded but not excessive (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn Multiple suspension bushes perished / splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass92,391 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    92,391 miles
    Test number
    966581180280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,386 miles (+73)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,386 miles
    Test number
    612370701346
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass92,313 miles (+632)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    92,313 miles
    Test number
    478282305874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,681 miles (+956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    91,681 miles
    Test number
    882368165715
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded and os front to back (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass90,725 miles (+1,273)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,725 miles
    Test number
    684918726575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,452 miles (+1,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    89,452 miles
    Test number
    717851664960
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass88,110 miles (+2,352)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,110 miles
    Test number
    955778075078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,758 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    85,758 miles
    Test number
    126973584410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,980 miles (+2,908)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    83,980 miles
    Test number
    127200983088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,072 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    81,072 miles
    Test number
    655643592090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail80,983 miles (+2,624)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,983 miles
    Test number
    485647882071
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  18. Pass78,359 miles (+1,314)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    78,359 miles
    Test number
    735380891002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,045 miles (+1,649)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    77,045 miles
    Test number
    113102580030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,396 miles (+2,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    75,396 miles
    Test number
    664742789054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass72,946 miles (+2,118)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    72,946 miles
    Test number
    672825798006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,828 miles (+3,665)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    70,828 miles
    Test number
    684964297087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,163 miles
    Test number
    242609706457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 PJL

Does L55 PJL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 PJL expired on 29 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 PJL?
The MOT on L55 PJL expired on 29 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 PJL done?
L55 PJL was recorded at 92,980 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2024, an average of 1,452 miles a year.
Has L55 PJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 PJL has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on L55 PJL 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 L55 PJL find?
L55 PJL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all, and 1 more.

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