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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

LL08 FTAMOT history

LL08 FTA is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 20 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 123,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2025.

LL08 FTA black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Cls, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2026
Mileage
123,735 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 FTA
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
20 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 FTA was last recorded at 123,735 miles on 20 Sept 2025, 3,427 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,308 miles · 17 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3,427 miles
Average per year
4,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,735 miles
  • 2024 – 120,308 miles
  • 2023 – 114,919 miles
  • 2022 – 113,076 miles
  • 2021 – 110,703 miles
  • 2020 – 109,135 miles
  • 2019 – 103,835 miles
  • 2018 – 100,541 miles
  • 2017 – 83,381 miles
  • 2016 – 72,335 miles
  • 2015 – 69,317 miles
  • 2014 – 63,393 miles
  • 2013 – 59,368 miles
  • 2012 – 57,300 miles
  • 2011 – 52,730 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,735 miles

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Covers obstructing view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,735 miles (+3,427)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    123,735 miles
    Test number
    273474727793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass120,308 miles (+5,389)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    120,308 miles
    Test number
    516580437470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,919 miles (+1,843)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    114,919 miles
    Test number
    635823485989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,076 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    113,076 miles
    Test number
    163430852662
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail113,042 miles (+2,339)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,042 miles
    Test number
    680829957970
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass110,703 miles (+1,568)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    110,703 miles
    Test number
    689455624151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,135 miles (+5,300)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    109,135 miles
    Test number
    492484283435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass103,835 miles (+3,294)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,835 miles
    Test number
    906302610836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass100,541 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,541 miles
    Test number
    803923939938
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  10. Fail100,525 miles (+17,144)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,525 miles
    Test number
    251051767716
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  11. Pass83,381 miles (+11,046)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,381 miles
    Test number
    432968272106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking block missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has side wall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper starting to smear
    • AdvisoryCoil light on dash
    • AdvisoryCovers obstructing view

  12. Pass72,335 miles (+106)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,335 miles
    Test number
    906407555760
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCovers obstructing view
    • AdvisoryFront num plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside front jacking rubber missing
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre side wall damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel slight play

  13. Fail72,229 miles (+2,912)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,229 miles
    Test number
    962109053836
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush outer rose bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has cuts on sidewall but no ply or cord visible
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view

  14. Pass69,317 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    69,317 miles
    Test number
    205987605181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Fail69,217 miles (+5,824)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,217 miles
    Test number
    506629195049
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass63,393 miles (+4,025)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    63,393 miles
    Test number
    439527694010
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass59,368 miles (+2,068)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    59,368 miles
    Test number
    547621703144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,300 miles (+4,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,300 miles
    Test number
    988354212101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass52,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    52,730 miles
    Test number
    146145821125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail52,730 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,730 miles
    Test number
    615295021171
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LL08 FTA

Does LL08 FTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL08 FTA expired on 19 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL08 FTA?
The MOT on LL08 FTA expired on 19 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL08 FTA done?
LL08 FTA was recorded at 123,735 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2025, an average of 4,938 miles a year.
Has LL08 FTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 FTA has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LL08 FTA 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 LL08 FTA find?
LL08 FTA passed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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