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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Purple · Petrol · 2006 · 5,000 cc

S20 AVEMOT history

S20 AVE is a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 22 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 100,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2022.

S20 AVE purple 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 15 Dec 2023
Mileage
100,104 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 AVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 AVE was last recorded at 100,104 miles on 6 Dec 2022, 2,946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,158 miles · 16 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
2,946 miles
Average per year
5,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 100,104 miles
  • 2021 – 97,158 miles
  • 2020 – 95,279 miles
  • 2019 – 88,307 miles
  • 2018 – 84,363 miles
  • 2017 – 78,030 miles
  • 2016 – 72,099 miles
  • 2015 – 64,922 miles
  • 2014 – 58,031 miles
  • 2013 – 52,903 miles
  • 2012 – 45,980 miles
  • 2011 – 39,772 miles
  • 2010 – 29,607 miles
  • 2009 – 22,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,104 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,104 miles (+2,946)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,104 miles
    Test number
    477132680460
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass97,158 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,158 miles
    Test number
    894895633223
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  3. Fail97,158 miles (+5)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,158 miles
    Test number
    721583240875
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  4. Fail97,153 miles (+1,874)7 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,153 miles
    Test number
    879571188006
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs very worn and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads getting low, unable to fully inspect due to carriers design (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement centre air suspension unit arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material very corroded possibly excessively, unable to fully inspect due to under trays fitted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material very corroded possibly excessively, unable to fully inspect due to under trays fitted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  5. Pass95,279 miles (+6,972)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,279 miles
    Test number
    308857029420
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass88,307 miles (+3,944)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    88,307 miles
    Test number
    740678695806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,363 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    84,363 miles
    Test number
    880953317789
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Fail84,363 miles (+6,333)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,363 miles
    Test number
    231253948485
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass78,030 miles (+5,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    78,030 miles
    Test number
    110877635729
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING INNER EDGES

  10. Pass72,099 miles (+7,177)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,099 miles
    Test number
    591232377182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,922 miles (+6,891)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,922 miles
    Test number
    158701155010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass58,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,031 miles
    Test number
    639889644023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,031 miles (+5,128)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,031 miles
    Test number
    908368244037
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass52,903 miles (+6,923)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,903 miles
    Test number
    679732373007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail45,980 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,980 miles
    Test number
    266665572072
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  16. Pass45,980 miles (+6,208)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,980 miles
    Test number
    305645272099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  17. Pass39,772 miles (+10,165)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,772 miles
    Test number
    789093431149
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnable to fully check brakes,fuel,steering & suspension system owing to covers fitted

  18. Pass29,607 miles (+7,309)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,607 miles
    Test number
    902819460038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail22,298 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,298 miles
    Test number
    602334059057
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteUnable to check steering suspension top mounts fuel pipes as covers fitted

  20. Pass22,298 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    22,298 miles
    Test number
    930124559053
    • NoteUnable to check steering suspension top mounts fuel pipes as covers fitted

Questions about S20 AVE

Does S20 AVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S20 AVE expired on 15 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S20 AVE?
The MOT on S20 AVE expired on 15 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S20 AVE done?
S20 AVE was recorded at 100,104 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2022, an average of 5,645 miles a year.
Has S20 AVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 AVE has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on S20 AVE 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 S20 AVE find?
S20 AVE passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2022 with 4 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin both side; front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both side, and 1 more.

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