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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 4,966 cc

K18 TJAMOT history

K18 TJA is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 28 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 32,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

K18 TJA black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
32,742 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,708 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 TJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 TJA was last recorded at 32,742 miles on 20 May 2026, 6,744 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
25,998 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,744 miles
Average per year
1,708 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 32,742 miles
  • 2025 – 25,998 miles
  • 2024 – 24,712 miles
  • 2023 – 23,366 miles
  • 2022 – 21,973 miles
  • 2021 – 19,850 miles
  • 2020 – 18,927 miles
  • 2019 – 17,427 miles
  • 2018 – 15,660 miles
  • 2017 – 14,352 miles
  • 2016 – 13,365 miles
  • 2015 – 12,190 miles
  • 2014 – 10,220 miles
  • 2013 – 8,983 miles
  • 2012 – 7,512 miles
  • 2011 – 6,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass32,742 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Headlamp washers in-op

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass32,742 miles (+6,744)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    32,742 miles
    Test number
    685618369271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass25,998 miles (+14)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2026
    Odometer
    25,998 miles
    Test number
    941851355184
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers in-op
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  3. Fail25,984 miles (+1,272)2 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,984 miles
    Test number
    346179852919
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator top hose
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp washers in-op
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  4. Pass24,712 miles (+1,346)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    24,712 miles
    Test number
    733511870632
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass23,366 miles (+1,393)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    23,366 miles
    Test number
    738262632353
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass21,973 miles (+2,123)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    21,973 miles
    Test number
    162230959991
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning on wing mirror housing (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  7. Pass19,850 miles (+923)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    19,850 miles
    Test number
    530317106921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Cylinder head bungs leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass18,927 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    18,927 miles
    Test number
    317659412651
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Fail18,927 miles (+1,500)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,927 miles
    Test number
    190664423274
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  10. Pass17,427 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    17,427 miles
    Test number
    817918109466
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  11. Fail17,427 miles (+1,767)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,427 miles
    Test number
    137662565133
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  12. Pass15,660 miles (+1,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    15,660 miles
    Test number
    895943196518
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  13. Pass14,352 miles (+987)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    14,352 miles
    Test number
    231062630834
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim wheel buckled (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has damage to inner side wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has damage to inner side wall
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass13,365 miles (+1,175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    13,365 miles
    Test number
    871705242884
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades worn
  15. Pass12,190 miles (+1,970)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    12,190 miles
    Test number
    376429565067
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre has damage to inner side wall
    • NoteOffside front tyre has deep cuts to inner side wall
  16. Pass10,220 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    10,220 miles
    Test number
    579002874079
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDeep cut to offside rear tyre tread
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a deep cut to tread
  17. Fail10,220 miles (+1,237)2 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,220 miles
    Test number
    325712874049
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage to nearside front inner tyre wall
    • NoteDeep cut to offside rear tyre tread
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a deep cut to tread
  18. Pass8,983 miles (+1,471)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    8,983 miles
    Test number
    637027783094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass7,512 miles (+559)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    7,512 miles
    Test number
    189630792423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass6,953 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    6,953 miles
    Test number
    545285201181
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about K18 TJA

Does K18 TJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 TJA is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 TJA?
The MOT on K18 TJA is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 TJA done?
K18 TJA was recorded at 32,742 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 1,708 miles a year.
Has K18 TJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 TJA has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on K18 TJA 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 K18 TJA find?
K18 TJA passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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