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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Green · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

L16 SSTMOT history

L16 SST is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 7 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 108,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

L16 SST green Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Cls, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
108,953 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 SST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
7 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 SST was last recorded at 108,953 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,948 miles · 14 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,953 miles
  • 2025 – 102,853 miles
  • 2024 – 95,868 miles
  • 2023 – 91,559 miles
  • 2022 – 85,771 miles
  • 2021 – 83,093 miles
  • 2020 – 82,462 miles
  • 2019 – 81,868 miles
  • 2018 – 79,607 miles
  • 2017 – 78,548 miles
  • 2016 – 76,260 miles
  • 2015 – 73,050 miles
  • 2014 – 68,595 miles
  • 2013 – 65,180 miles
  • 2012 – 61,669 miles
  • 2011 – 59,393 miles
  • 2010 – 30,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,953 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most steel arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,953 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    108,953 miles
    Test number
    751353435631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail108,948 miles (+6,095)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,948 miles
    Test number
    478662466872
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass102,853 miles (+6,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    102,853 miles
    Test number
    862483091252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass95,868 miles (+4,309)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    95,868 miles
    Test number
    966689849184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass91,559 miles (+5,788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,559 miles
    Test number
    203223147152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass85,771 miles (+2,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    85,771 miles
    Test number
    692713235202
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass83,093 miles (+631)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    83,093 miles
    Test number
    439999049783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear steel upwright (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass82,462 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,462 miles
    Test number
    138833422866
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes showing a degree of corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most steel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency only just met
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking 245/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail82,462 miles (+594)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,462 miles
    Test number
    305002697448
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes showing a degree of corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most steel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency only just met
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking 245/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass81,868 miles (+2,261)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,868 miles
    Test number
    717624301515
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres starting to crack 245/45/17
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear most steel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose showing signs of corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met requirements
    • AdvisoryFull length under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass79,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,607 miles
    Test number
    988690689919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,607 miles (+1,059)1 dangerous8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,607 miles
    Test number
    372005510496
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Due to brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  13. Pass78,548 miles (+2,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    78,548 miles
    Test number
    718737540679
    • AdvisoryFull body under-trays fitted obscuring some components

  14. Pass76,260 miles (+3,210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    76,260 miles
    Test number
    781068356019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

  15. Pass73,050 miles (+4,455)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    73,050 miles
    Test number
    117843905242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass68,595 miles (+3,415)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,595 miles
    Test number
    486279404208
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking on side wall
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass65,180 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,180 miles
    Test number
    927730033116
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail65,180 miles (+3,511)1 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,180 miles
    Test number
    826981823153
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake pads low & brake discs worn

  19. Pass61,669 miles (+2,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    61,669 miles
    Test number
    177282022171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass59,393 miles (+29,054)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    59,393 miles
    Test number
    575567921166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,339 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,339 miles
    Test number
    174904860003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about L16 SST

Does L16 SST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 SST is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 SST?
The MOT on L16 SST is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 SST done?
L16 SST was recorded at 108,953 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 4,879 miles a year.
Has L16 SST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 SST has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 SST 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 L16 SST find?
L16 SST passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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