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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 2,987 cc

R16 HAJMOT history

R16 HAJ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 20 Nov 2014. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 116,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

R16 HAJ black Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
116,622 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 HAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
20 Nov 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 HAJ was last recorded at 116,622 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 4,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,476 miles · 13 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,146 miles
Average per year
8,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,622 miles
  • 2025 – 112,476 miles
  • 2024 – 100,378 miles
  • 2023 – 84,587 miles
  • 2022 – 66,716 miles
  • 2021 – 53,745 miles
  • 2020 – 51,816 miles
  • 2019 – 47,286 miles
  • 2018 – 43,595 miles
  • 2017 – 36,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,622 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 31 Aug 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,622 miles (+4,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    116,622 miles
    Test number
    579870059602
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass112,476 miles (+709)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    112,476 miles
    Test number
    957202230930
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail111,767 miles (+11,389)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,767 miles
    Test number
    302659263972
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass100,378 miles (+251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    100,378 miles
    Test number
    906754035801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Fail100,127 miles (+15,540)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,127 miles
    Test number
    864142599693
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass84,587 miles (+418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    84,587 miles
    Test number
    255721177834
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail84,169 miles (+17,453)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,169 miles
    Test number
    473613184915
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass66,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,716 miles
    Test number
    478475459913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,716 miles (+12,971)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,716 miles
    Test number
    355303749258
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass53,745 miles (+1,929)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    53,745 miles
    Test number
    101667573370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,816 miles
    Test number
    979892922320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail51,815 miles (+4,529)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,815 miles
    Test number
    167986319947
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass47,286 miles (+3,691)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    47,286 miles
    Test number
    860994467322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,595 miles (+7,499)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    43,595 miles
    Test number
    327307427340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    36,096 miles
    Test number
    125193711264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 HAJ

Does R16 HAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 HAJ is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 HAJ?
The MOT on R16 HAJ is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 HAJ done?
R16 HAJ was recorded at 116,622 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 8,918 miles a year.
Has R16 HAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 HAJ has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on R16 HAJ 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 R16 HAJ find?
R16 HAJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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