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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 2,987 cc

S8 SMSMOT history

S8 SMS is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 9 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 56,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

S8 SMS grey Mercedes-Benz Cls – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
56,745 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 SMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
9 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 SMS was last recorded at 56,745 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 7,089 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
49,656 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,089 miles
Average per year
9,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,745 miles
  • 2025 – 49,656 miles
  • 2024 – 41,357 miles
  • 2023 – 28,818 miles
  • 2022 – 17,766 miles
  • 2021 – 7,646 miles
  • 2020 – 1,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,745 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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 23 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    56,745 miles
    Test number
    588266921672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail56,745 miles (+7,089)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,745 miles
    Test number
    680770089472
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS warning light on
  3. Pass49,656 miles (+8,299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    49,656 miles
    Test number
    100755111263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass41,357 miles (+12,539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    41,357 miles
    Test number
    684724844351
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass28,818 miles (+11,052)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    28,818 miles
    Test number
    657366433074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn to 3.5mm, worn on edges and perished. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn to 3.5mm, worn on edges and perished. (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass17,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    17,766 miles
    Test number
    601114362099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail17,766 miles (+10,120)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,766 miles
    Test number
    211572228163
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass7,646 miles (+6,261)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    7,646 miles
    Test number
    631497136369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass1,385 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    1,385 miles
    Test number
    290785505964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass1,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    1,206 miles
    Test number
    411988180769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about S8 SMS

Does S8 SMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 SMS is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 SMS?
The MOT on S8 SMS is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 SMS done?
S8 SMS was recorded at 56,745 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 9,117 miles a year.
Has S8 SMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 SMS has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 SMS 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 S8 SMS find?
S8 SMS passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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