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Mercedes-Benz CL 500

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 4,966 cc

V6 XDBMOT history

V6 XDB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CL 500 first used on 10 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 102,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
102,248 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,065 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 XDB
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
2001
First used
10 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 XDB was last recorded at 102,248 miles on 28 May 2026, 461 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Mar 2017: 86,948 miles, lower than 88,250 miles on 11 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
101,787 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
461 miles
Average per year
3,065 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,248 miles
  • 2025 – 101,787 miles
  • 2024 – 98,624 miles
  • 2023 – 96,296 miles
  • 2022 – 95,198 miles
  • 2021 – 93,685 miles
  • 2019 – 90,901 miles
  • 2018 – 88,906 miles
  • 2017 – 86,948 miles
  • 2016 – 88,250 miles
  • 2015 – 78,984 miles
  • 2013 – 70,783 miles
  • 2012 – 65,723 miles
  • 2011 – 61,481 miles
  • 2010 – 57,299 miles
  • 2009 – 54,236 miles
  • 2008 – 50,213 miles
  • 2007 – 44,957 miles
  • 2006 – 40,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,248 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,248 miles (+461)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    102,248 miles
    Test number
    939729423776
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass101,787 miles (+3,163)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    101,787 miles
    Test number
    448892080179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass98,624 miles (+2,328)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    98,624 miles
    Test number
    772897164364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,296 miles (+1,098)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    96,296 miles
    Test number
    201541789517
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass95,198 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    95,198 miles
    Test number
    837859956589
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail95,194 miles (+1,509)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,194 miles
    Test number
    502306734385
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass93,685 miles (+2,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    93,685 miles
    Test number
    768726504630
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass90,901 miles (+1,995)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,901 miles
    Test number
    512902629006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,906 miles (+1,958)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    88,906 miles
    Test number
    968826579297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit + cut in side wall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly deteriorated

  10. Pass86,948 miles (-1,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    86,948 miles
    Test number
    899575469044
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass88,250 miles (+9,266)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    88,250 miles
    Test number
    185237974600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,984 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    78,984 miles
    Test number
    227051015111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail78,984 miles (+8,201)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,984 miles
    Test number
    678777205104
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass70,783 miles (+5,060)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,783 miles
    Test number
    818576243370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass65,723 miles (+4,242)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    65,723 miles
    Test number
    148551762230
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside front inner brake disc corroded

  16. Pass61,481 miles (+4,182)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    61,481 miles
    Test number
    757645151281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,299 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    57,299 miles
    Test number
    504978830268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,296 miles (+3,060)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,296 miles
    Test number
    653587430278
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass54,236 miles (+4,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    54,236 miles
    Test number
    394506369289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass50,213 miles (+5,256)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    50,213 miles
    Test number
    150174758297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,957 miles (+4,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,957 miles
    Test number
    921474037148
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass40,838 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,838 miles
    Test number
    410445936101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V6 XDB

Does V6 XDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 XDB is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 XDB?
The MOT on V6 XDB is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 XDB done?
V6 XDB was recorded at 102,248 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 3,065 miles a year.
Has V6 XDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 XDB has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on V6 XDB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Mar 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V6 XDB find?
V6 XDB passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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