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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 4,966 cc

2952 MGMOT history

2952 MG is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 10 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 113,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

2952 MG black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Cls, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
113,289 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2952 MG
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

2952 MG was last recorded at 113,289 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,264 miles · 7 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
4,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,289 miles
  • 2025 – 111,069 miles
  • 2024 – 108,757 miles
  • 2023 – 106,601 miles
  • 2022 – 105,486 miles
  • 2021 – 103,949 miles
  • 2019 – 99,271 miles
  • 2018 – 95,873 miles
  • 2017 – 92,870 miles
  • 2016 – 89,539 miles
  • 2015 – 86,453 miles
  • 2014 – 83,355 miles
  • 2012 – 75,046 miles
  • 2011 – 71,150 miles
  • 2010 – 62,986 miles
  • 2009 – 43,914 miles
  • 2008 – 31,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,289 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Both headlamp lens's deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside rackend has play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Center exhaust bracket broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,289 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    113,289 miles
    Test number
    254023601193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail113,264 miles (+2,195)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,264 miles
    Test number
    278461445931
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected wishbone mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened wing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible should be fitted to n/s rear (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened wing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass111,069 miles (+2,312)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,069 miles
    Test number
    378351647358
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Pass108,757 miles (+2,156)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    108,757 miles
    Test number
    255590784476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,601 miles (+1,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    106,601 miles
    Test number
    190355908602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel weld repaire on inner rim
  6. Pass105,486 miles (+1,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    105,486 miles
    Test number
    240982467934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack has slight play
  7. Pass103,949 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    103,949 miles
    Test number
    192937651201
    • AdvisoryNearside rackend has play
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust bracket broken
  8. Fail103,945 miles (+4,674)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,945 miles
    Test number
    150165751771
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rackend has play
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust bracket broken
  9. Pass99,271 miles (+3,398)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    99,271 miles
    Test number
    249603013822
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lens's deteriorated
  10. Pass95,873 miles (+138)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,873 miles
    Test number
    840033575131
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lens's deteriorated
  11. Fail95,735 miles (+2,865)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,735 miles
    Test number
    147648740964
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lens's deteriorated
  12. Pass92,870 miles (+3,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,870 miles
    Test number
    866882010711
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass89,539 miles (+3,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    89,539 miles
    Test number
    580753712198
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass86,453 miles (+3,098)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    86,453 miles
    Test number
    297959465158
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass83,355 miles (+8,309)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    83,355 miles
    Test number
    846618564169
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass75,046 miles (+3,896)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    75,046 miles
    Test number
    528136142303
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r exhaust mountings broken
  17. Pass71,150 miles (+11)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    71,150 miles
    Test number
    296039041367
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f & o/s/f tyres slightly scrubbed
    • NoteRear brake discs scorred
  18. Fail71,139 miles (+8,153)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,139 miles
    Test number
    889297741368
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f & o/s/f tyres slightly scrubbed
    • NoteRear brake discs scorred
  19. Pass62,986 miles (+19,072)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    62,986 miles
    Test number
    651736330345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,914 miles (+11,942)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    43,914 miles
    Test number
    181230619326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,972 miles
    Test number
    150828438337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,972 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,972 miles
    Test number
    221466338328
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 2952 MG

What vehicle is registration 2952 MG currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2952 MG on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 10 Nov 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 2952 MG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 2952 MG is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 2952 MG?
The MOT on 2952 MG is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 2952 MG done?
2952 MG was recorded at 113,289 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 4,591 miles a year.
Has 2952 MG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2952 MG has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on 2952 MG 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 2952 MG find?
2952 MG passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing.

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