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TEL 643

2005 Cadillac Cts

Grey Petrol 3564cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

26,007 mi
Last recorded26,007 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Cadillac Cts42,119 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEL 643
MakeCadillac
ModelCts
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,564cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 26,007 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 25,623 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 25,212 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 25,032 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 25,032 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 24,889 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 24,889 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 24,850 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 24,666 miles

Nearside Front Brake slightly binding

Pass 17 Sep 2018 24,332 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 24,332 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 25,762 miles

Engine light illuminated

Pass 23 Sep 2016 23,294 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 21,700 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 20,430 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 18,531 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 17,930 miles

offside rear tyre has a cut to outside sidewall, no cord visable.

Pass 28 Oct 2011 17,039 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 17,039 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 15,490 miles

Long parking brake travel

Pass 11 Oct 2009 15,129 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2008 14,247 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 14,247 miles

How Reliable is the Cadillac Cts?

Based on 2,997 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
4,051
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 69
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 67
Brake pipe excessively corroded 59
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 58
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 50
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TEL 643 is a 2005 Cadillac Cts in Grey with a 3,564cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Cadillac Cts models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 42,119 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Cadillac Cts fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 69 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TEL 643, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Cadillac Cts typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Cadillac Cts is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TEL 643 registered?

TEL 643 is a 2005 Cadillac Cts, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is TEL 643 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEL 643 shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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