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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

T16 NBLMOT history

T16 NBL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 19 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 114,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2026
Mileage
114,660 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2025
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 NBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLS
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
19 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 NBL was last recorded at 114,660 miles on 5 Aug 2025, 1,924 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Jan 2021: 101,432 miles, lower than 771,661 miles on 23 Apr 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
112,736 miles · 13 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,924 miles
Average per year
6,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,660 miles
  • 2024 – 112,736 miles
  • 2022 – 110,280 miles
  • 2021 – 106,537 miles
  • 2019 – 771,661 miles
  • 2018 – 64,549 miles
  • 2017 – 57,609 miles
  • 2016 – 52,767 miles
  • 2015 – 48,012 miles
  • 2014 – 42,538 miles
  • 2013 – 36,145 miles
  • 2012 – 30,123 miles
  • 2011 – 23,363 miles
  • 2010 – 18,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,660 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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 Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in anti-corrosion material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,660 miles (+1,924)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    114,660 miles
    Test number
    913537678568
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass112,736 miles (+6)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    112,736 miles
    Test number
    602274095876
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in anti-corrosion material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both sides (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail112,730 miles (+2,450)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,730 miles
    Test number
    342584739193
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in anti-corrosion material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both sides (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass110,280 miles (+3,743)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,280 miles
    Test number
    952821813504
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass106,537 miles (+5,105)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    106,537 miles
    Test number
    526135342476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,432 miles (-670,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    101,432 miles
    Test number
    440978700445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass771,661 miles (+707,112)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    771,661 miles
    Test number
    656949888627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount corroded

  8. Pass64,549 miles (+6,940)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    64,549 miles
    Test number
    924126126212
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass57,609 miles (+4,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,609 miles
    Test number
    586316968561
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2454018y mo (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass52,767 miles (+4,755)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,767 miles
    Test number
    992199964318
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/40/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting hanger broken
    • AdvisoryService due

  11. Pass48,012 miles (+5,474)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,012 miles
    Test number
    256916575480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner shoulders

  12. Pass42,538 miles (+6,393)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    42,538 miles
    Test number
    849767294161
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass36,145 miles (+6,022)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,145 miles
    Test number
    437996293156
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer shoulder

  14. Pass30,123 miles (+6,760)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    30,123 miles
    Test number
    927007782163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,363 miles (+4,433)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    23,363 miles
    Test number
    868230791109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,930 miles (+741)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    18,930 miles
    Test number
    559153631080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,189 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    18,189 miles
    Test number
    321709820406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUndertray fitted

Questions about T16 NBL

Does T16 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T16 NBL expired on 4 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T16 NBL?
The MOT on T16 NBL expired on 4 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T16 NBL done?
T16 NBL was recorded at 114,660 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2025, an average of 6,445 miles a year.
Has T16 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 NBL has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T16 NBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Jan 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T16 NBL find?
T16 NBL passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2025 with 2 minor defects: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective.

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