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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

L2 VVBMOT history

L2 VVB is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 19 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 85,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

L2 VVB black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
85,579 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 VVB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 VVB was last recorded at 85,579 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,579 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,579 miles
  • 2025 – 76,707 miles
  • 2024 – 74,151 miles
  • 2022 – 66,378 miles
  • 2021 – 60,772 miles
  • 2019 – 59,995 miles
  • 2018 – 59,487 miles
  • 2017 – 56,074 miles
  • 2016 – 43,895 miles
  • 2015 – 30,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,579 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

13 tests since 24 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,579 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    85,579 miles
    Test number
    826186782347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail85,579 miles (+8,872)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,579 miles
    Test number
    625796693108
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass76,707 miles (+2,556)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    76,707 miles
    Test number
    868625563843
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass74,151 miles (+7,773)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    74,151 miles
    Test number
    160559776596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,378 miles (+5,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    66,378 miles
    Test number
    844610798474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass60,772 miles (+777)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    60,772 miles
    Test number
    964962106694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,995 miles (+508)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    59,995 miles
    Test number
    484652083925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,487 miles (+3,413)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,487 miles
    Test number
    934428757537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,074 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    56,074 miles
    Test number
    210902626330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,034 miles (+12,139)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,034 miles
    Test number
    376521624242
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  11. Pass43,895 miles (+13,492)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    43,895 miles
    Test number
    669929896958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,403 miles (+28)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    30,403 miles
    Test number
    689977435228
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Fail30,375 miles1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,375 miles
    Test number
    317696535429
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L2 VVB

Does L2 VVB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 VVB is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 VVB?
The MOT on L2 VVB is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 VVB done?
L2 VVB was recorded at 85,579 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 5,284 miles a year.
Has L2 VVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 VVB has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L2 VVB 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 L2 VVB find?
L2 VVB passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge.

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