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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

L30 LDEMOT history

L30 LDE is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 28 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 111,522 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

L30 LDE black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2025
Mileage
111,522 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 LDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
28 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L30 LDE was last recorded at 111,522 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 8,306 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,216 miles · 21 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
8,306 miles
Average per year
5,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,522 miles
  • 2024 – 103,216 miles
  • 2023 – 94,261 miles
  • 2022 – 85,723 miles
  • 2021 – 73,331 miles
  • 2020 – 66,737 miles
  • 2019 – 63,213 miles
  • 2018 – 53,112 miles
  • 2017 – 51,142 miles
  • 2016 – 48,827 miles
  • 2014 – 42,608 miles
  • 2013 – 38,008 miles
  • 2012 – 29,666 miles
  • 2011 – 26,230 miles
  • 2010 – 18,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail111,522 miles
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail111,522 miles (+8,306)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,522 miles
    Test number
    252228202902
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass103,216 miles (+8,955)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    103,216 miles
    Test number
    250263723132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass94,261 miles (+8,538)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    94,261 miles
    Test number
    945312157643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,723 miles (+12,392)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,723 miles
    Test number
    852927995312
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  5. Pass73,331 miles (+6,594)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    73,331 miles
    Test number
    520534157947
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged ns and os (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySills covered and under try fitted
  6. Pass66,737 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,737 miles
    Test number
    235448793779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail66,727 miles (+3,514)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,727 miles
    Test number
    640830926011
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass63,213 miles (+10,101)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,213 miles
    Test number
    652733167682
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass53,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    53,112 miles
    Test number
    938355377761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,112 miles (+1,970)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,112 miles
    Test number
    351277697245
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass51,142 miles (+2,315)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    51,142 miles
    Test number
    821575937269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,827 miles (+6,219)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    48,827 miles
    Test number
    379764316394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,608 miles (+4,600)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    42,608 miles
    Test number
    567490544284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,008 miles (+8,342)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    38,008 miles
    Test number
    149961963224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,666 miles (+3,436)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    29,666 miles
    Test number
    597732862212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage nearside front tyre damage outer sidewall
  16. Pass26,230 miles (+7,274)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,230 miles
    Test number
    275382461444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    18,956 miles
    Test number
    464154470160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 LDE

Does L30 LDE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L30 LDE expired on 30 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L30 LDE?
The MOT on L30 LDE expired on 30 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L30 LDE done?
L30 LDE was recorded at 111,522 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 5,956 miles a year.
Has L30 LDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 LDE has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L30 LDE 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 L30 LDE find?
L30 LDE failed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 1 major defect: oil leaking excessively from engine.

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