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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

GSE 429MOT history

GSE 429 is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 3 Sept 2011. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 31,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

GSE 429 silver Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Cls, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
31,547 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
GSE 429
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
3 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

GSE 429 was last recorded at 31,547 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 1,265 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,282 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,265 miles
Average per year
1,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 31,547 miles
  • 2025 – 30,282 miles
  • 2024 – 28,263 miles
  • 2023 – 26,853 miles
  • 2022 – 25,467 miles
  • 2021 – 24,654 miles
  • 2020 – 23,869 miles
  • 2019 – 21,964 miles
  • 2018 – 19,654 miles
  • 2017 – 17,347 miles
  • 2016 – 14,454 miles
  • 2015 – 11,968 miles
  • 2014 – 8,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail31,547 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive covers fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Covers fitted under vehicle

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall and cut in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Covers fitted not allowing full inspection of various components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail31,547 miles (+1,265)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,547 miles
    Test number
    115271064243
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive covers fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass30,282 miles (+104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    30,282 miles
    Test number
    820882197216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall and cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle

  3. Fail30,178 miles (+1,915)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,178 miles
    Test number
    965616218242
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high offside and nearside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative levelling sensor broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall and cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle

  4. Pass28,263 miles (+1,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    28,263 miles
    Test number
    406398702717
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle

  5. Pass26,853 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    26,853 miles
    Test number
    564154234622
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle

  6. Fail26,853 miles (+1,386)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,853 miles
    Test number
    726880062568
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle

  7. Pass25,467 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    25,467 miles
    Test number
    652235805947
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  8. Fail25,467 miles (+813)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,467 miles
    Test number
    530438899814
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative suspension mounted self-levelling system broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  9. Pass24,654 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    24,654 miles
    Test number
    265420458514
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle

  10. Fail24,654 miles (+785)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,654 miles
    Test number
    986375312974
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle

  11. Pass23,869 miles (+1,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    23,869 miles
    Test number
    121366313042
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection of various components

  12. Pass21,964 miles (+2,310)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    21,964 miles
    Test number
    839350575487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection of various components

  13. Pass19,654 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    19,654 miles
    Test number
    719358249389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection of various components

  14. Fail19,654 miles (+2,307)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,654 miles
    Test number
    975523028483
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection of various components

  15. Pass17,347 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    17,347 miles
    Test number
    696878219440
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR TYRES CRACKING AND PERISHING WITHIN TREAD PATTERN
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES INNER AND OUTER EDGES CUTTING OFF
    • AdvisoryNO EMISSIONS PRINTOUT AS EMISSIONS TO CLEAN

  16. Fail17,347 miles (+2,893)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,347 miles
    Test number
    488892273104
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded NSF (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded OSF (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryALL FOUR TYRES CRACKING AND PERISHING WITHIN TREAD PATTERN
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES INNER AND OUTER EDGES CUTTING OFF
    • AdvisoryNO EMISSIONS PRINTOUT AS EMISSIONS TO CLEAN

  17. Pass14,454 miles (+2,486)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    14,454 miles
    Test number
    176308222533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass11,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    11,968 miles
    Test number
    323867535729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail11,968 miles (+3,388)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,968 miles
    Test number
    327576634869
    • Repaired at testNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass8,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    8,580 miles
    Test number
    619935344228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about GSE 429

What vehicle is registration GSE 429 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show GSE 429 on a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 3 Sept 2011. 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 GSE 429 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on GSE 429 expired on 15 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on GSE 429?
The MOT on GSE 429 expired on 15 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has GSE 429 done?
GSE 429 was recorded at 31,547 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 1,892 miles a year.
Has GSE 429 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. GSE 429 has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on GSE 429 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 GSE 429 find?
GSE 429 failed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front coil spring fractured or broken; nearside front headlamp aim too low; nearside front side repeater not working, and 6 more.

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