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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,987 cc

K8 FLVMOT history

K8 FLV is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 10 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 122,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

K8 FLV black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
122,164 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 FLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
10 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 FLV was last recorded at 122,164 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 5,578 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,586 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,578 miles
Average per year
10,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,164 miles
  • 2024 – 116,586 miles
  • 2023 – 103,021 miles
  • 2022 – 98,773 miles
  • 2021 – 83,409 miles
  • 2020 – 74,921 miles
  • 2019 – 61,251 miles
  • 2018 – 54,487 miles
  • 2017 – 38,363 miles
  • 2016 – 23,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,164 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material attention advised (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 3 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,164 miles (+5,578)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    122,164 miles
    Test number
    257475619367
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material attention advised (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass116,586 miles (+13,565)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    116,586 miles
    Test number
    370034839278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass103,021 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    103,021 miles
    Test number
    809497462601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass102,953 miles (+4,180)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    102,953 miles
    Test number
    575482271461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    98,773 miles
    Test number
    282306555323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail98,773 miles (+15,364)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,773 miles
    Test number
    378014781856
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 285/30x19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass83,409 miles (+8,488)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,409 miles
    Test number
    182302446404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,921 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    74,921 miles
    Test number
    121968189560
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • 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))

  9. Fail74,921 miles (+13,670)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,921 miles
    Test number
    115366783932
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • 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))

  10. Pass61,251 miles (+6,764)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    61,251 miles
    Test number
    630893639166
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass54,487 miles (+16,124)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,487 miles
    Test number
    100297479997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,363 miles (+15,079)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    38,363 miles
    Test number
    184499440663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,284 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    23,284 miles
    Test number
    354908466023
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted

Questions about K8 FLV

Does K8 FLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 FLV is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on K8 FLV?
The MOT on K8 FLV is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 FLV done?
K8 FLV was recorded at 122,164 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 10,432 miles a year.
Has K8 FLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 FLV has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on K8 FLV 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 K8 FLV find?
K8 FLV passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: central rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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