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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 2,143 cc

J1 RFAMOT history

J1 RFA is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 20 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 36,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

J1 RFA black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
36,089 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J1 RFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
20 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J1 RFA was last recorded at 36,089 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 4,113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
31,976 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,113 miles
Average per year
3,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,089 miles
  • 2025 – 31,976 miles
  • 2024 – 27,965 miles
  • 2023 – 23,961 miles
  • 2022 – 19,882 miles
  • 2021 – 16,099 miles
  • 2020 – 13,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,089 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 18 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,089 miles (+4,113)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    36,089 miles
    Test number
    919662587900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass31,976 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    31,976 miles
    Test number
    281432373023
    • AdvisoryBOTH NS ALLOYS BUCKELED
    • AdvisoryFEW SMALL STONE CHIPS

  3. Fail31,976 miles (+4,011)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,976 miles
    Test number
    164364066408
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively FRONT WIPER BLADES SMEARING BADLY (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible REAR REG PLATE FADED (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBOTH NS ALLOYS BUCKELED
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST CLAMP LOOSE
    • AdvisoryFEW SMALL STONE CHIPS
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN LOW (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass27,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    27,965 miles
    Test number
    687359165219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail27,965 miles (+4,004)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,965 miles
    Test number
    206113199822
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass23,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    23,961 miles
    Test number
    715287357818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail23,961 miles (+4,079)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,961 miles
    Test number
    970801287958
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  8. Pass19,882 miles (+3,783)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    19,882 miles
    Test number
    773380372080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass16,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    16,099 miles
    Test number
    273348541658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail16,099 miles (+2,324)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,099 miles
    Test number
    796500849723
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass13,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    13,775 miles
    Test number
    285478484903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J1 RFA

Does J1 RFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J1 RFA is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J1 RFA?
The MOT on J1 RFA is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J1 RFA done?
J1 RFA was recorded at 36,089 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,720 miles a year.
Has J1 RFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J1 RFA has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on J1 RFA 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 J1 RFA find?
J1 RFA passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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