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Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 5,786 cc

V12 RBHMOT history

V12 RBH is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CL first used on 1 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 20 Apr 2021 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 121,861 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Apr 2021
Mileage
121,861 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2023
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 RBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,786 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Apr 2021
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V12 RBH was last recorded at 121,861 miles on 28 Apr 2023, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,813 miles · 21 Apr 2020
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
2,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,861 miles
  • 2020 – 121,813 miles
  • 2018 – 120,618 miles
  • 2017 – 120,154 miles
  • 2016 – 119,636 miles
  • 2015 – 116,138 miles
  • 2014 – 113,651 miles
  • 2013 – 113,261 miles
  • 2011 – 111,735 miles
  • 2010 – 107,703 miles
  • 2009 – 102,294 miles
  • 2008 – 94,950 miles
  • 2007 – 89,104 miles
  • 2006 – 72,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,861 miles
  • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorDriver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
  • MajorFront Hydraulic brake calliper leaking Both (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill in Areas from Front Jacking Point to Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill in Areas from Front Jacking Point to Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking Both (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced By Exhaust Mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All 4 Corroded & Pipe Work Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT failures 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)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • ABC warning message light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside indicator display flashing fast and warning on o/s indicator lamp fault

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,861 miles (+48)11 major5 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,861 miles
    Test number
    953310816994
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorDriver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Hydraulic brake calliper leaking Both (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill in Areas from Front Jacking Point to Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill in Areas from Front Jacking Point to Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking Both (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced By Exhaust Mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All 4 Corroded & Pipe Work Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass121,813 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    121,813 miles
    Test number
    657181813992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass120,618 miles (+464)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    120,618 miles
    Test number
    318725968445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,154 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    120,154 miles
    Test number
    929929854157
    • AdvisoryABC warning message light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside indicator display flashing fast and warning on o/s indicator lamp fault
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Gas suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Gas suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on o/s sill near jacking point

  5. Fail120,149 miles (+513)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,149 miles
    Test number
    374859754820
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryABC warning message light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside indicator display flashing fast and warning on o/s indicator lamp fault
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Gas suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Gas suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on o/s sill near jacking point

  6. Pass119,636 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    119,636 miles
    Test number
    924424035245
    • AdvisoryAge cracking on propshaft rear coupling
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear chassis
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySome corrosion on front outer sills
    • AdvisorySome corrosion on shockers
    • AdvisorySurface pitting on all brake discs

  7. Fail119,631 miles (+3,493)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,631 miles
    Test number
    885275018385
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryAge cracking on propshaft rear coupling
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear chassis
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySome corrosion on front outer sills
    • AdvisorySome corrosion on shockers
    • AdvisorySurface pitting on all brake discs

  8. Pass116,138 miles (+8)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    116,138 miles
    Test number
    338139955129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail116,130 miles (+2,479)2 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,130 miles
    Test number
    458864455104
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass113,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    113,651 miles
    Test number
    707061364150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail113,651 miles (+390)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,651 miles
    Test number
    558108844186
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass113,261 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    113,261 miles
    Test number
    976813873060
    • NoteSRS light on

  13. Fail113,260 miles (+1,525)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,260 miles
    Test number
    389522373002
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteSRS light on

  14. Pass111,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    111,735 miles
    Test number
    515927921371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail111,735 miles (+4,032)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,735 miles
    Test number
    237276221329
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass107,703 miles (+5,409)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    107,703 miles
    Test number
    250881300221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,294 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    102,294 miles
    Test number
    443644179192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail102,290 miles (+7,340)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,290 miles
    Test number
    744660179167
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass94,950 miles (+5,846)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    94,950 miles
    Test number
    514790278137
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass89,104 miles (+17,070)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    89,104 miles
    Test number
    962491237119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass72,034 miles (+316)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    72,034 miles
    Test number
    393232426103
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail71,718 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,718 miles
    Test number
    281624216198
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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)

Questions about V12 RBH

Does V12 RBH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V12 RBH expired on 20 Apr 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V12 RBH?
The MOT on V12 RBH expired on 20 Apr 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V12 RBH done?
V12 RBH was recorded at 121,861 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2023, an average of 2,948 miles a year.
Has V12 RBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 RBH has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on V12 RBH 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 V12 RBH find?
V12 RBH failed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2023 with 11 major defects, 5 minor defects and 12 advisories: brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel; driver's door catch insecure; front hydraulic brake calliper leaking both, and 25 more.

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