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Mercedes-Benz CLS

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

T5 AFHMOT history

T5 AFH is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLS first used on 18 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 5 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 91,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Sept 2027
Mileage
91,535 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 AFH
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
18 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 AFH was last recorded at 91,535 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,527 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,535 miles
  • 2025 – 90,978 miles
  • 2024 – 88,539 miles
  • 2023 – 85,311 miles
  • 2022 – 81,391 miles
  • 2021 – 76,253 miles
  • 2020 – 71,256 miles
  • 2019 – 67,051 miles
  • 2018 – 64,469 miles
  • 2017 – 61,232 miles
  • 2016 – 54,740 miles
  • 2015 – 48,702 miles
  • 2014 – 37,393 miles
  • 2013 – 27,555 miles
  • 2011 – 9,309 miles
  • 2010 – 6,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,535 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush coming apart

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ear wear bars

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass91,535 miles (+8)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    91,535 miles
    Test number
    448177939260
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail91,527 miles (+549)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,527 miles
    Test number
    346755150460
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass90,978 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    90,978 miles
    Test number
    918832631625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush coming apart (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ear wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail90,975 miles (+2,436)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,975 miles
    Test number
    625472552592
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush coming apart (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ear wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass88,539 miles (+3,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    88,539 miles
    Test number
    380141798553
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass85,311 miles (+3,920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    85,311 miles
    Test number
    307258480069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass81,391 miles (+5,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    81,391 miles
    Test number
    590418733268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass76,253 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,253 miles
    Test number
    732974681300
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail76,253 miles (+4,997)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,253 miles
    Test number
    204983383453
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass71,256 miles (+4,205)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    71,256 miles
    Test number
    955592157916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,051 miles (+2,582)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,051 miles
    Test number
    717732045437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,469 miles (+3,237)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    64,469 miles
    Test number
    312644616193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,232 miles (+6,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,232 miles
    Test number
    435520479500
    • AdvisoryDeep cut around outer side wall n/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre starting to wear around inner edge

  14. Pass54,740 miles (+2,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,740 miles
    Test number
    694624588365
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre wearing on inner edge

  15. Pass52,155 miles (+3,453)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,155 miles
    Test number
    797193294588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,702 miles (+11,309)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    48,702 miles
    Test number
    657614731417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,393 miles (+2,492)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    37,393 miles
    Test number
    919801084262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,901 miles (+7,346)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,901 miles
    Test number
    817837064110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged on outer side wall

  19. Pass27,555 miles (+18,246)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    27,555 miles
    Test number
    829228563128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass9,309 miles (+2,570)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    9,309 miles
    Test number
    648532681160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass6,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    6,739 miles
    Test number
    242288190105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 AFH

Does T5 AFH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 AFH is valid until 5 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 AFH?
The MOT on T5 AFH is valid until 5 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 AFH done?
T5 AFH was recorded at 91,535 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 5,257 miles a year.
Has T5 AFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 AFH has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 AFH 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 T5 AFH find?
T5 AFH passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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