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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

LR08 GRUMOT history

LR08 GRU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 132,184 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

LR08 GRU black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Cls, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
132,184 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 GRU
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
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 GRU was last recorded at 132,184 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,179 miles · 6 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
6,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,184 miles
  • 2025 – 126,340 miles
  • 2024 – 117,695 miles
  • 2023 – 109,293 miles
  • 2022 – 100,694 miles
  • 2021 – 94,674 miles
  • 2020 – 89,048 miles
  • 2019 – 81,124 miles
  • 2018 – 76,272 miles
  • 2017 – 69,540 miles
  • 2016 – 63,503 miles
  • 2015 – 55,688 miles
  • 2014 – 51,823 miles
  • 2013 – 47,144 miles
  • 2012 – 41,731 miles
  • 2011 – 40,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,184 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Both front brake pipes corrodeing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front pads wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,184 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    132,184 miles
    Test number
    298263512338
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,179 miles (+5,839)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,179 miles
    Test number
    103083007406
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,340 miles (+272)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    126,340 miles
    Test number
    228969481869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail126,068 miles (+8,373)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,068 miles
    Test number
    214846137028
    • MajorCentral Front Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement gear box mounting (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust fumes entering cabin injector seals leaking (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn lower front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,695 miles (+8,402)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    117,695 miles
    Test number
    295603354393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass109,293 miles (+8,599)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,293 miles
    Test number
    806093160302
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))

  7. Pass100,694 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    100,694 miles
    Test number
    356035781774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail100,691 miles (+6,017)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,691 miles
    Test number
    795817494686
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass94,674 miles (+5,626)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,674 miles
    Test number
    766721368783
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn low on inner edge

  10. Pass89,048 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,048 miles
    Test number
    610013803415
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes corrodeing
    • AdvisoryFront pads wearing thin

  11. Fail89,048 miles (+7,924)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,048 miles
    Test number
    664433923330
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes corrodeing
    • AdvisoryFront pads wearing thin

  12. Pass81,124 miles (+4,852)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,124 miles
    Test number
    261868637492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    76,272 miles
    Test number
    110296791985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail76,272 miles (+6,732)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,272 miles
    Test number
    528437169182
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger broken (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  15. Pass69,540 miles (+6,037)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    69,540 miles
    Test number
    932513393628
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked on edges

  16. Pass63,503 miles (+7,815)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,503 miles
    Test number
    626189017765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,688 miles (+3,865)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    55,688 miles
    Test number
    968343285095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,823 miles (+4,679)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    51,823 miles
    Test number
    727844664037
    • NoteScratches on front screen not in swept area or in eyeline

  19. Pass47,144 miles (+5,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,144 miles
    Test number
    989973393004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass41,731 miles (+1,478)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    41,731 miles
    Test number
    367676192014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,253 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,253 miles
    Test number
    455714471198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs corroded on inside edge

Questions about LR08 GRU

Does LR08 GRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 GRU is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 GRU?
The MOT on LR08 GRU is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 GRU done?
LR08 GRU was recorded at 132,184 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 6,319 miles a year.
Has LR08 GRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 GRU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 GRU 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 LR08 GRU find?
LR08 GRU passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive.

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