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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

L11 BPDMOT history

L11 BPD is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 151,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

L11 BPD black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
151,153 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 BPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 BPD was last recorded at 151,153 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,153 miles · 13 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,153 miles
  • 2025 – 142,749 miles
  • 2024 – 137,870 miles
  • 2023 – 131,898 miles
  • 2022 – 122,915 miles
  • 2021 – 112,134 miles
  • 2020 – 109,335 miles
  • 2019 – 107,154 miles
  • 2017 – 100,418 miles
  • 2016 – 89,319 miles
  • 2015 – 78,692 miles
  • 2014 – 66,095 miles
  • 2013 – 57,336 miles
  • 2012 – 48,447 miles
  • 2011 – 36,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,153 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside lower than normal handbrake effortRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side’s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,153 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    151,153 miles
    Test number
    472444377493
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside lower than normal handbrake effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail151,153 miles (+375)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,153 miles
    Test number
    168600125308
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside lower than normal handbrake effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail150,778 miles (+8,029)9 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,778 miles
    Test number
    839663847190
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested dipped beams not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury repeater lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass142,749 miles (+136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    142,749 miles
    Test number
    105514850795
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side’s (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail142,613 miles (+4,743)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,613 miles
    Test number
    462818184787
    • MajorCentral Front Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side’s (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass137,870 miles (+5,972)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    137,870 miles
    Test number
    185418371701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass131,898 miles (+8,983)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    131,898 miles
    Test number
    719941741731
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass122,915 miles (+126)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    122,915 miles
    Test number
    130476790946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust brackets before rear silencers broken
  9. Fail122,789 miles (+10,655)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,789 miles
    Test number
    403530347216
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust brackets before rear silencers broken
  10. Pass112,134 miles (+2,799)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    112,134 miles
    Test number
    326756078637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,335 miles (+2,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    109,335 miles
    Test number
    259195188660
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  12. Pass107,154 miles (+6,736)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    107,154 miles
    Test number
    456252203140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,418 miles (+11,099)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    100,418 miles
    Test number
    904489194673
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass89,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    89,319 miles
    Test number
    759239593606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,319 miles (+10,627)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,319 miles
    Test number
    648432548068
    • Repaired at testFront Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both lower replaced (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass78,692 miles (+12,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    78,692 miles
    Test number
    794171343669
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass66,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,095 miles
    Test number
    296911354169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,095 miles (+8,759)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,095 miles
    Test number
    395181254176
    • Repaired at testTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass57,336 miles (+8,889)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,336 miles
    Test number
    619704743166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,447 miles (+377)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    48,447 miles
    Test number
    139241502290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Fail48,070 miles (+11,187)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,070 miles
    Test number
    785792092144
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Pass36,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,883 miles
    Test number
    737344771142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L11 BPD

Does L11 BPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 BPD is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 BPD?
The MOT on L11 BPD is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 BPD done?
L11 BPD was recorded at 151,153 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 7,546 miles a year.
Has L11 BPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 BPD has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L11 BPD 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 L11 BPD find?
L11 BPD passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.

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