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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

LK56 MTUMOT history

LK56 MTU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 5 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 187,447 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

LK56 MTU black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
187,447 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,841 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 MTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 MTU was last recorded at 187,447 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 8,851 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,596 miles · 15 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,851 miles
Average per year
8,841 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,447 miles
  • 2025 – 178,596 miles
  • 2024 – 169,347 miles
  • 2023 – 157,869 miles
  • 2022 – 138,605 miles
  • 2021 – 130,921 miles
  • 2020 – 123,730 miles
  • 2019 – 109,569 miles
  • 2018 – 102,353 miles
  • 2017 – 93,842 miles
  • 2016 – 85,890 miles
  • 2015 – 78,253 miles
  • 2014 – 69,562 miles
  • 2013 – 63,340 miles
  • 2012 – 60,578 miles
  • 2011 – 52,905 miles
  • 2010 – 44,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,447 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Indicator tell-tale inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    187,447 miles
    Test number
    343719517048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail187,447 miles (+8,851)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,447 miles
    Test number
    397614859804
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

  3. Pass178,596 miles (+9,249)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    178,596 miles
    Test number
    479094972575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass169,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    169,347 miles
    Test number
    366609391258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail169,347 miles (+11,478)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,347 miles
    Test number
    747784332072
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass157,869 miles (+19,264)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    157,869 miles
    Test number
    136404370466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass138,605 miles (+109)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    138,605 miles
    Test number
    220161670867
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nearside rear and offside rear perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front castor arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail138,496 miles (+7,575)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,496 miles
    Test number
    583990834584
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass130,921 miles (+7,191)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    130,921 miles
    Test number
    652889844402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass123,730 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    123,730 miles
    Test number
    203297025369
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail123,725 miles (+14,156)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,725 miles
    Test number
    239677186760
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass109,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    109,569 miles
    Test number
    751307190917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail109,569 miles (+7,216)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,569 miles
    Test number
    948272318679
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass102,353 miles (+8,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    102,353 miles
    Test number
    411117506936
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass93,842 miles (+7,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,842 miles
    Test number
    927877275897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass85,890 miles (+7,637)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    85,890 miles
    Test number
    877529617864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,253 miles (+8,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    78,253 miles
    Test number
    169929755496
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass69,562 miles (+6,222)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    69,562 miles
    Test number
    376857304043
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail63,340 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,340 miles
    Test number
    145390143088
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass63,340 miles (+2,762)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    63,340 miles
    Test number
    498210343051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,578 miles (+7,673)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,578 miles
    Test number
    936000822031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,905 miles (+8,292)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    52,905 miles
    Test number
    439632531059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,613 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    44,613 miles
    Test number
    444930520065
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LK56 MTU

Does LK56 MTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 MTU is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 MTU?
The MOT on LK56 MTU is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 MTU done?
LK56 MTU was recorded at 187,447 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 8,841 miles a year.
Has LK56 MTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 MTU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LK56 MTU 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 LK56 MTU find?
LK56 MTU passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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