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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

LB57 VCGMOT history

LB57 VCG is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 15 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 224,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
224,518 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 VCG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 VCG was last recorded at 224,518 miles on 12 May 2026, 2,032 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,486 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,032 miles
Average per year
11,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 224,518 miles
  • 2025 – 222,486 miles
  • 2024 – 214,957 miles
  • 2023 – 200,184 miles
  • 2022 – 190,173 miles
  • 2021 – 178,442 miles
  • 2020 – 168,837 miles
  • 2019 – 163,850 miles
  • 2018 – 156,291 miles
  • 2017 – 150,404 miles
  • 2016 – 136,169 miles
  • 2015 – 125,979 miles
  • 2014 – 108,861 miles
  • 2013 – 91,539 miles
  • 2012 – 73,403 miles
  • 2011 – 55,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass224,518 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Engine Management Light on during test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass224,518 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    224,518 miles
    Test number
    168273289468
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail224,515 miles (+2,029)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,515 miles
    Test number
    611306626124
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm side edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass222,486 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    222,486 miles
    Test number
    273172681588
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail222,486 miles (+7,529)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,486 miles
    Test number
    413531105940
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass214,957 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    214,957 miles
    Test number
    128214442422
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail214,956 miles (+14,772)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,956 miles
    Test number
    749381910912
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass200,184 miles (+10,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    200,184 miles
    Test number
    113326143235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing and getting low to nearing 2mm
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

  8. Pass190,173 miles (+11,731)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    190,173 miles
    Test number
    900483617761
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass178,442 miles (+9,605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    178,442 miles
    Test number
    200354803515
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass168,837 miles (+4,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    168,837 miles
    Test number
    631416326174
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass163,850 miles (+7,559)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    163,850 miles
    Test number
    350594007168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass156,291 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    156,291 miles
    Test number
    489508792705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail156,290 miles (+5,886)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,290 miles
    Test number
    289191982047
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass150,404 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    150,404 miles
    Test number
    578546386853
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber starting to wear smooth
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light on during test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel has a welded repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Heavy oil leak under vehicle

  15. Fail150,404 miles (+14,235)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,404 miles
    Test number
    746430327222
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber wearing smooth
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on during test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp dim when operated on dipped beam
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear road wheel has a welded repair
    • AdvisoryOil leak Heavy oil leak under vehicle

  16. Pass136,169 miles (+10,190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    136,169 miles
    Test number
    102165049208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass125,979 miles (+17,118)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    125,979 miles
    Test number
    888282875097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass108,861 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    108,861 miles
    Test number
    798196374084
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail108,861 miles (+17,322)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,861 miles
    Test number
    229382074085
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass91,539 miles (+18,136)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    91,539 miles
    Test number
    395608973042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,403 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,403 miles
    Test number
    757615472002
    • NoteBoth front tyres, treads worn low at inner edges.
    • NoteO/s/f wheel inner rim, slightly bent.

  22. Fail73,401 miles (+18,338)1 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,401 miles
    Test number
    497145372042
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres, treads worn low at inner edges.
    • NoteO/s/f wheel inner rim, slightly bent.

  23. Pass55,063 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    55,063 miles
    Test number
    128088571466
    • NoteSTRONGLY ADVISE N/S/F WHEEL INNER RIM BENT

Questions about LB57 VCG

Does LB57 VCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 VCG is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 VCG?
The MOT on LB57 VCG is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 VCG done?
LB57 VCG was recorded at 224,518 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 11,186 miles a year.
Has LB57 VCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 VCG has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB57 VCG 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 LB57 VCG find?
LB57 VCG passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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