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Mercedes-Benz CL 500

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,966 cc

T11 ETHMOT history

T11 ETH is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CL 500 first used on 28 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 95,173 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2025
Mileage
95,173 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2024
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T11 ETH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CL 500
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T11 ETH was last recorded at 95,173 miles on 23 Oct 2024, 1,150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,023 miles · 28 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1,150 miles
Average per year
1,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 95,173 miles
  • 2023 – 94,023 miles
  • 2022 – 93,420 miles
  • 2019 – 93,120 miles
  • 2017 – 92,047 miles
  • 2016 – 91,930 miles
  • 2014 – 90,929 miles
  • 2012 – 86,880 miles
  • 2011 – 84,098 miles
  • 2010 – 81,098 miles
  • 2009 – 78,666 miles
  • 2008 – 74,044 miles
  • 2007 – 68,787 miles
  • 2006 – 62,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,173 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,173 miles4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    95,173 miles
    Test number
    222430572506
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail95,173 miles (+1,150)2 repaired4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,173 miles
    Test number
    155255759613
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass94,023 miles (+603)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,023 miles
    Test number
    897168720536
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass93,420 miles (+300)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    93,420 miles
    Test number
    783088541039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass93,120 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,120 miles
    Test number
    319532342448
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail93,118 miles (+1,071)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,118 miles
    Test number
    743895603700
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass92,047 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    92,047 miles
    Test number
    139119315780
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  8. Fail92,046 miles (+116)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,046 miles
    Test number
    867957711472
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  9. Pass91,930 miles (+1,001)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    91,930 miles
    Test number
    177307434260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,929 miles (+4,049)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    90,929 miles
    Test number
    608082374251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,880 miles (+2,782)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    86,880 miles
    Test number
    587839802147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,098 miles (+3,000)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    84,098 miles
    Test number
    239518711438
    • NoteCan not check outer door sills trims fitted

  13. Pass81,098 miles (+2,432)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    81,098 miles
    Test number
    763090410121
    • NoteCan not check outer door seals trims fitted
    • NoteO/s door mirror glass misty

  14. Pass78,666 miles (+4,622)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    78,666 miles
    Test number
    773944319173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,044 miles (+5,257)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    74,044 miles
    Test number
    170652518168
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to wear
    • NoteN/s/f washer jet needs adjusting
    • NoteN/s/f wiper blade split on ends
    • NoteTyre wear starting on both fronts

  16. Pass68,787 miles (+6,020)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    68,787 miles
    Test number
    653991827149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    62,767 miles
    Test number
    484798606105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T11 ETH

Does T11 ETH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T11 ETH expired on 22 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T11 ETH?
The MOT on T11 ETH expired on 22 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T11 ETH done?
T11 ETH was recorded at 95,173 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2024, an average of 1,750 miles a year.
Has T11 ETH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T11 ETH has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T11 ETH 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 T11 ETH find?
T11 ETH passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2024 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside rear inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 4 more.

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