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Mercedes-Benz CL 500

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 4,966 cc

V33 LPCMOT history

V33 LPC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CL 500 first used on 21 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 64,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2026
Mileage
64,726 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V33 LPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CL 500
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
21 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V33 LPC was last recorded at 64,726 miles on 5 Mar 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,718 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,726 miles
  • 2024 – 62,059 miles
  • 2023 – 59,195 miles
  • 2022 – 56,674 miles
  • 2021 – 56,557 miles
  • 2020 – 52,361 miles
  • 2019 – 43,919 miles
  • 2017 – 33,935 miles
  • 2016 – 30,463 miles
  • 2015 – 28,548 miles
  • 2014 – 28,400 miles
  • 2012 – 9,781 miles
  • 2010 – 8,088 miles
  • 2009 – 6,247 miles
  • 2008 – 5,147 miles
  • 2007 – 4,247 miles
  • 2006 – 3,810 miles
  • 2005 – 3,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,726 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth front ABC suspension top mounts have play/splitRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear prop cupling crackingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear subframe forward bushes wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySome corrosion to chassisRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, not allowing full inspectionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front steering arm has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front tyre has split no cords exposed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside rear exhaust hanger broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,726 miles (+8)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    64,726 miles
    Test number
    531571353937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front ABC suspension top mounts have play/split
    • AdvisoryRear prop cupling cracking
    • AdvisoryRear subframe forward bushes worn
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to chassis
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, not allowing full inspection
  2. Fail64,718 miles (+2,659)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,718 miles
    Test number
    661335464301
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn camber arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front ABC suspension top mounts have play/split
    • AdvisoryRear prop cupling cracking
    • AdvisoryRear subframe forward bushes worn
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to chassis
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, not allowing full inspection
  3. Pass62,059 miles1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    62,059 miles
    Test number
    112324257443
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light mirror repeater lamp cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both brake discs in poor condition on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play castor arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened ABC strut dust cover not secure/split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened ABC strut top mount separated (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wish bone bushes starting to seperate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened ABC strut dust cover not secure/split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened ABC strut top mount separated (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both flexi hoses perished and cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear sub frame front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDoor sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of door sills
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  4. Fail62,054 miles (+2,859)1 major2 repaired1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,054 miles
    Test number
    797442770656
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light mirror repeater lamp cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both brake discs in poor condition on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play castor arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened ABC strut dust cover not secure/split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened ABC strut top mount separated (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wish bone bushes starting to seperate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened ABC strut dust cover not secure/split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened ABC strut top mount separated (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both flexi hoses perished and cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear sub frame front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDoor sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of door sills
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  5. Pass59,195 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    59,195 miles
    Test number
    464239784414
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light crack in the lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play slight play in both front wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak from front and rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak from front and rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear flexi hoses perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated starting to split (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear sub frame, front mounting bushes starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, undertrays, and door sill covers fitted
  6. Fail59,195 miles (+2,521)2 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,195 miles
    Test number
    765777735378
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light crack in the lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play slight play in both front wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak from front and rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak from front and rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear flexi hoses perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated starting to split (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear sub frame, front mounting bushes starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, undertrays, and door sill covers fitted
  7. Pass56,674 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    56,674 miles
    Test number
    681622923786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,557 miles (+72)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    56,557 miles
    Test number
    754366209819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has split no cords exposed
  9. Fail56,485 miles (+4,124)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,485 miles
    Test number
    501349803085
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has split no cords exposed
  10. Pass52,361 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    52,361 miles
    Test number
    239007601404
    • AdvisoryNearside rear exhaust hanger broken
  11. Fail52,307 miles (+8,388)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,307 miles
    Test number
    108988597061
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear exhaust hanger broken
  12. Pass43,919 miles (+9,984)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    43,919 miles
    Test number
    634925240203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass33,935 miles (+310)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    33,935 miles
    Test number
    393819634202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Mount (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Top arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Mount (2.7.4)
  14. Fail33,625 miles (+3,162)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,625 miles
    Test number
    725345283485
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Mount (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Top arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Mount (2.7.4)
  15. Pass30,463 miles (+1,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    30,463 miles
    Test number
    663363485792
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  16. Pass28,548 miles (+110)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    28,548 miles
    Test number
    948699815050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail28,438 miles (+38)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,438 miles
    Test number
    605554515075
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass28,400 miles (+3,985)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    28,400 miles
    Test number
    259946954360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass24,415 miles (+14,634)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    24,415 miles
    Test number
    689910914056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  20. Pass9,781 miles (+1,693)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    9,781 miles
    Test number
    519805242006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass8,088 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    8,088 miles
    Test number
    700109340325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass6,247 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    6,247 miles
    Test number
    990610059313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass5,147 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    5,147 miles
    Test number
    260664858306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass4,247 miles (+437)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    4,247 miles
    Test number
    434868447343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass3,810 miles (+616)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    3,810 miles
    Test number
    370739346396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass3,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    3,194 miles
    Test number
    791417645392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V33 LPC

Does V33 LPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V33 LPC expired on 4 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V33 LPC?
The MOT on V33 LPC expired on 4 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V33 LPC done?
V33 LPC was recorded at 64,726 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2025, an average of 3,201 miles a year.
Has V33 LPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V33 LPC has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V33 LPC 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 V33 LPC find?
V33 LPC passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside side repeater slightly discoloured; offside side repeater slightly discoloured, and 5 more.

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