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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 2,143 cc

L1 CBSMOT history

L1 CBS is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 1 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 62,364 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

L1 CBS black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
62,364 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 CBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
1 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 CBS was last recorded at 62,364 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,239 miles · 5 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
125 miles
Average per year
7,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,364 miles
  • 2025 – 54,198 miles
  • 2024 – 45,472 miles
  • 2023 – 37,106 miles
  • 2022 – 29,700 miles
  • 2021 – 23,223 miles
  • 2020 – 18,732 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,364 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 18 Aug 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,364 miles (+125)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    62,364 miles
    Test number
    201420996863
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  2. Fail62,239 miles (+8,041)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,239 miles
    Test number
    957299199138
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (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))
  3. Pass54,198 miles (+8,726)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    54,198 miles
    Test number
    911947950263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  4. Pass45,472 miles (+339)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    45,472 miles
    Test number
    531415734735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail45,133 miles (+8,027)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,133 miles
    Test number
    453424414935
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass37,106 miles (+7,406)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    37,106 miles
    Test number
    890211135802
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass29,700 miles (+6,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    29,700 miles
    Test number
    926865686246
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing excessive worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass23,223 miles (+4,491)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    23,223 miles
    Test number
    509005243361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass18,732 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    18,732 miles
    Test number
    894668278400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail18,607 miles1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,607 miles
    Test number
    294394351341
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Questions about L1 CBS

Does L1 CBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 CBS is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 CBS?
The MOT on L1 CBS is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 CBS done?
L1 CBS was recorded at 62,364 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 7,318 miles a year.
Has L1 CBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 CBS has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 CBS 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 L1 CBS find?
L1 CBS passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted.

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