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Black · Petrol · 1998 · 4,196 cc

JFL 854MOT history

JFL 854 is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CL first used on 1 Jan 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025 and it has passed 6 of 11 MOT tests, with 128,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2025
Mileage
128,785 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2024
MOT tests
11
6 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,648 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
JFL 854
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CL
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

JFL 854 was last recorded at 128,785 miles on 30 Nov 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,785 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,648 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 128,785 miles
  • 2010 – 128,551 miles
  • 2009 – 124,860 miles
  • 2008 – 115,874 miles
  • 2007 – 106,195 miles
  • 2006 – 98,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,785 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

11 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,785 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    128,785 miles
    Test number
    622442104243
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (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))

  2. Fail128,785 miles (+234)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,785 miles
    Test number
    642397505377
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (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))

  3. Pass128,551 miles (+3,691)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    128,551 miles
    Test number
    512240850298
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  4. Pass124,860 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    124,860 miles
    Test number
    161289049143
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  5. Fail124,860 miles (+8,986)7 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,860 miles
    Test number
    153781749122
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureFront passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  6. Pass115,874 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    115,874 miles
    Test number
    231917338403
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear drop link has minor freeplay

  7. Fail115,874 miles (+9,679)6 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,874 miles
    Test number
    264907438166
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear drop link has minor freeplay

  8. Pass106,195 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    106,195 miles
    Test number
    212036137434
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  9. Fail106,195 miles (+8,090)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,195 miles
    Test number
    222186237452
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  10. Pass98,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    98,105 miles
    Test number
    984891116124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,105 miles3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,105 miles
    Test number
    390701116101
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak at rear of engine

Questions about JFL 854

What vehicle is registration JFL 854 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show JFL 854 on a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CL first used on 1 Jan 1998. 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 JFL 854 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on JFL 854 expired on 29 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on JFL 854?
The MOT on JFL 854 expired on 29 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has JFL 854 done?
JFL 854 was recorded at 128,785 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2024, an average of 1,648 miles a year.
Has JFL 854 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. JFL 854 has failed 5 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on JFL 854 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 JFL 854 find?
JFL 854 passed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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