Mercedes Benz Cl 500 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz Cl 500. Check any Cl 500 by registration number below.

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82.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.4%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mercedes Benz Cl 500 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz Cl 500 has an average MOT pass rate of 82.8%, which is 7.4 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Cl 500 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz Cl 500 fails its MOT are number plate showing an incorrect registration, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your Cl 500 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz Cl 500, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes Benz Cl 500 performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 110 vehicles

81.8%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

15.3%

2011

Based on 182 vehicles

82.4%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

17.2%

2010

Based on 309 vehicles

83.8%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

11.8%

2009

Based on 462 vehicles

83.1%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

15.7%

2008

Based on 408 vehicles

82.6%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

16.2%

2007

Based on 669 vehicles

85.5%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

9.9%

2006

Based on 139 vehicles

84.9%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

10.3%

2005

Based on 402 vehicles

79.4%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

17.1%

2004

Based on 477 vehicles

84.7%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

10.4%

2003

Based on 475 vehicles

78.9%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

10.6%

2002

Based on 685 vehicles

80.7%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

15.0%

2001

Based on 437 vehicles

84.7%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

5.7%

2000

Based on 394 vehicles

75.6%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

22.0%

1999

Based on 35 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1998

Based on 51 vehicles

80.4%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

6.1%

1997

Based on 50 vehicles

76.0%Good

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

5.6%

Top MOT Failures — Mercedes Benz Cl 500

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz Cl 500 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Number plate showing an incorrect registration

15.8%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.9%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.5%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.4%

A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.0%

Mercedes Benz Cl 500 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front

15.5%

Rear

14.5%

Front Offside

1.8%

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83.5% pass rate

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92.7% pass rate

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85.8% pass rate

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87.8% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz Cl 500

Mercedes Benz Cl 500 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz Cl 500 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz Cl 500?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz Cl 500 is 82.8% compared to the Mercedes Benz average of 90.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Benz Cl 500?

The most common MOT failures on the Mercedes Benz Cl 500 are: Number plate showing an incorrect registration (15.8%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (2.9%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Mercedes Benz Cl 500 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 82.8%, the Mercedes Benz Cl 500 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz Cl 500?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes Benz Cl 500?

Mileage data for the Mercedes Benz Cl 500 is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

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